Needs Improvement
#1102 of 1,176 schools in SC
Northside Middle
Middle School · Greenwood 50
431 Deadfall Road West, Greenwood, SC 29649
Enrollment
646
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
3.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
646
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
3.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#1,102 of 1,176
In Greenwood
#12 of 12
public schools
In district
#13 of 13
Greenwood 50
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Northside Middle
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About Northside Middle
Northside Middle is a public middle school in Greenwood, SC, part of Greenwood 50. Northside Middle serves approximately 646 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Northside Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,102 of 1,176 schools in SC.
Structured state assessment records for Northside Middle show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.8
- SC avg 5.3
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Northside Middle 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
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Northside Middle — Students at Northside Middle score 24% 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: 2.4/10.
How Northside Middle Compares
See how Northside 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
431 Deadfall Road West, Greenwood, SC 29649
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Northside Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Westview Middle (rated 5.8/10, 6.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Edgewood Middle (rated 5.7/10, 11.2 miles away, in nearby Ninety Six), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Brewer Middle (rated 5.2/10, 5.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Greenwood, see our Greenwood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Merrywood Elementary Greenwood | 0.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Greenwood High Greenwood | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Pinecrest Elementary Greenwood | 1.4 mi | 3.6 |
| CAMBRIDGE ACADEMY Greenwood | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Lakeview Elementary Greenwood | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Emerald High Greenwood | 3.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Eleanor S. Rice Elementary Greenwood | 3.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Hodges Elementary Hodges | 4.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Mathews Elementary Greenwood | 5.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Brewer Middle Greenwood | 5.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Woodfields Elementary Greenwood | 5.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Dr. Benjamin E. Mays Elementary Greenwood | 6.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Westview Middle Greenwood | 6.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Ware Shoals High Ware Shoals | 10.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Ware Shoals Elementary Middle Ware Shoals | 11.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Long Cane Primary Abbeville | 9.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Ninety Six Primary Ninety Six | 10.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Ware Shoals Primary Ware Shoals | 12.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Edgewood Middle Ninety Six | 11.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Ninety Six High Ninety Six | 11.2 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29649 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,268
Median Home Value
$207,700
Median Rent
$937/mo
Population
25,762
College Educated
34.6%
Homeownership
64.5%
Avg Commute
18.3 min
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Median Age
37.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Lakeview Middle Greenville, SC | 3.5 |
| Bates Middle Sumter, SC | 3.4 |
| Berea Middle Greenville, SC | 3.4 |
| College Park Middle Ladson, SC | 3.4 |
| Furman Middle Sumter, SC | 3.4 |
| M. B. Kennedy Middle Aiken, SC | 3.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Northside Middle
What grades does Northside Middle serve?
Northside Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Northside Middle?
Northside Middle has an enrollment of approximately 646 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northside Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Northside Middle is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Northside Middle rank in SC?
Northside Middle ranks #1,102 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is Northside Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Northside Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Northside Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Northside Middle has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Northside Middle a charter school?
No, Northside Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Northside Middle a Title I school?
No, Northside Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Northside Middle?
100.0% of students at Northside 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
- 646
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Greenwood County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.7%
- Phone
- (864) 941-5780
Resources & Links
District
Greenwood 50- District Enrollment
- 8,520
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,530
- District Rank
- #13 of 13
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