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Very Good

#337 of 1,176 schools in SC

Top 29% in state

North Middle/high

High School · Orangeburg

692 Cromer Avenue, North, SC 29112

Enrollment

260

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

7.3

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#337 of 1,176

In North

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#8 of 26

Orangeburg

Academic growth

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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North Middle/high

7.3/10

High School in North · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.2/10

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About North Middle/high

North Middle/high is a public high school in North, SC, part of Orangeburg. North Middle/high serves approximately 260 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. North Middle/high has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #337 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for North Middle/high show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.2
  • SC avg 7.3

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at North Middle/high sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

North Middle/high sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

40% of students at North Middle/high were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change0 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2022
TrendStable
Academics3.4Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-14.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile15th
College Readiness9.4Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate80%+
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,571
Chronic Absenteeism39.6%

North Middle/high — Students at North Middle/high score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 7.5% (multi-year average, 2020-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 37.0% (2022 EdFacts)
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from SC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2020*
Math
7.5%
2021*
Math
7.5%
2022
Math
7.5%
ELA
37%

* 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: 8.7/10.

How North Middle/high Compares

See how North Middle/high performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
71th percentile in SC
Academic
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good
Sports
2
1 boys' · 1 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
39.6%

Programs & Offerings

Athletics2sports offered
1 boys'·1 girls'·3 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

692 Cromer Avenue, North, SC 29112

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North Middle/high may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Edisto High (rated 8.3/10, 15.5 miles away, in nearby Cordova), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pelion High (rated 7.7/10, 13.1 miles away, in nearby Pelion), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Hunter-Kinard-Tyler High (rated 6.7/10, 11.0 miles away, in nearby Neeses), with a comparable rating. For more schools in North, see our North schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Dover Elementary North 1.0 mi 6.2
Swansea High Swansea 8.1 mi 5.7
Swansea High Freshman Academy Swansea 8.7 mi 5.8
Sandhills Elementary Swansea 10.6 mi 3.5
Sandhills Primary Swansea 10.6 mi 7.8
Lexington Four Early Childhood Center Swansea 10.8 mi 6.3
Hunter-Kinard-Tyler High Neeses 11.0 mi 6.7
Hunter-Kinard-Tyler Elementary Neeses 11.0 mi 4.1
Sandhills Middle Gaston 13.6 mi 2.9
Frances F. Mack Intermediate Gaston 13.9 mi 3.7
Pelion Elementary Pelion 12.8 mi 4.2
Pelion Middle Pelion 13.0 mi 3.6
Pelion High Pelion 13.1 mi 7.7
Forts Pond Elementary Pelion 13.5 mi 5.0
Edisto Elementary Orangeburg 13.6 mi 5.5
FOUNDATION CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gaston 15.2 mi 7.4
ORANGEBURG PREPARATORY SCHOOL Orangeburg 14.2 mi 5.3
Edisto High Cordova 15.5 mi 8.3
Sheridan Elementary Orangeburg 15.0 mi 7.0
Sandy Run School Swansea 16.3 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29112 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$44,214

Median Home Value

$83,100

Median Rent

$749/mo

Population

3,718

College Educated

11.6%

Homeownership

77.5%

Avg Commute

34.2 min

Poverty Rate

20.6%

Median Age

49.2

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Aiken Scholars Academy Aiken, SC 7.4
Allendale Fairfax High Fairfax, SC 7.1
CAMDEN MILITARY ACADEMY Camden, SC 7.6
Burke High Charleston, SC 6.9
JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC SCHOOL Ridgeland, SC 7.8
Hunter-Kinard-Tyler High Neeses, SC 6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North Middle/high

What grades does North Middle/high serve?

North Middle/high serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend North Middle/high?

North Middle/high has an enrollment of approximately 260 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at North Middle/high?

The student-teacher ratio at North Middle/high is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does North Middle/high rank in SC?

North Middle/high ranks #337 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is North Middle/high's MySchoolScout rating?

North Middle/high has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 North Middle/high?

Based on loaded state assessment records, North Middle/high has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).

Is North Middle/high a charter school?

No, North Middle/high is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is North Middle/high a Title I school?

No, North Middle/high is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Middle/high?

100.0% of students at North Middle/high 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
36 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
260
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Orangeburg County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
39.6%
4-Year Graduation
80%+

District

Orangeburg
District Enrollment
10,620
Schools in District
27
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,571
District Rank
#8 of 26

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