Below Average
#994 of 1,176 schools in SC
Long Middle
Middle School · Chesterfield 01
1010 West Green Street, Cheraw, SC 29520
Enrollment
418
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
4.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
418
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
4.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#994 of 1,176
In Cheraw
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#13 of 16
Chesterfield 01
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Long Middle
Middle School in Cheraw · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Long Middle
Long Middle is a public middle school in Cheraw, SC, part of Chesterfield 01. Long Middle serves approximately 418 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Long Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #994 of 1,176 schools in SC.
Structured state assessment records for Long Middle show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 3.9
- SC avg 5.3
Score Breakdown
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Long Middle — Students at Long Middle score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from SC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.9/10.
How Long Middle Compares
See how Long Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1010 West Green Street, Cheraw, SC 29520
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Long Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Cordova Middle (rated 6.1/10, 15.6 miles away, in nearby Cordova), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Chesterfield-Ruby Middle (rated 4.8/10, 13.5 miles away, in nearby Chesterfield), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Cheraw, see our Cheraw schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cheraw Intermediate Cheraw | 0.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Cheraw Primary Cheraw | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Cheraw High Cheraw | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cheraw | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| JESUS IS LORD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cheraw | 3.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Wallace Elementary/Middle Wallace | 4.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Chesterfield High Chesterfield | 11.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Rosenwald Elementary/Middle Society Hill | 13.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Morven Elementary Morven | 13.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Edwards Elementary Chesterfield | 12.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Bennettsville Intermediate Bennettsville | 13.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Bennettsville Primary Bennettsville | 13.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Plainview Elementary Patrick | 14.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Cordova Middle Cordova | 15.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Ashley Chapel Educational Center Rockingham | 15.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Chesterfield-Ruby Middle Chesterfield | 13.5 mi | 4.8 |
| OUTREACH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hamlet | 15.4 mi | 6.0 |
| East Rockingham Elementary Rockingham | 16.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Marlboro County High Bennettsville | 14.8 mi | 7.8 |
| TEMPLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rockingham | 17.3 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29520 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,786
Median Home Value
$98,600
Median Rent
$805/mo
Population
12,860
College Educated
16.3%
Homeownership
68.4%
Avg Commute
19.9 min
Poverty Rate
25.2%
Median Age
45.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Saluda Middle Saluda, SC | 4.3 |
| Northside Middle West Columbia, SC | 4.2 |
| Robert E. Howard Middle Orangeburg, SC | 4.2 |
| Alcorn Middle Columbia, SC | 4.4 |
| Carvers Bay Middle STEAM Academy Hemingway, SC | 4.4 |
| Liberty Middle Liberty, SC | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Long Middle
What grades does Long Middle serve?
Long Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Long Middle?
Long Middle has an enrollment of approximately 418 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Long Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Long Middle is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Long Middle rank in SC?
Long Middle ranks #994 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is Long Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Long Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Long Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Long Middle has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Long Middle a charter school?
No, Long Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Long Middle a Title I school?
No, Long Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Long Middle?
100.0% of students at Long Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 418
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Chesterfield County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.8%
- Phone
- (843) 921-1010
Resources & Links
District
Chesterfield 01- District Enrollment
- 6,975
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,181
- District Rank
- #13 of 16
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