Needs Improvement
#1071 of 1,176 schools in SC
Sanders Middle
Middle School · Laurens 55
609 Green Street, Laurens, SC 29360
Enrollment
289
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
3.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
289
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
3.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#1,071 of 1,176
In Laurens
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#5 of 9
Laurens 55
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Sanders Middle
Middle School in Laurens · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sanders Middle
Sanders Middle is a public middle school in Laurens, SC, part of Laurens 55. Sanders Middle serves approximately 289 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Sanders Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,071 of 1,176 schools in SC.
Structured state assessment records for Sanders Middle show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.8
- SC avg 5.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9:1 students to teachers, Sanders Middle sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
41% of students at Sanders 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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Sanders Middle — Students at Sanders Middle score 18% 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: 3.7/10.
How Sanders Middle Compares
See how Sanders 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
609 Green Street, Laurens, SC 29360
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sanders Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Clinton Middle (rated 5.9/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Clinton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Laurens Middle (rated 3.8/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Laurens, see our Laurens schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| E. B. Morse Elementary Laurens | 1.8 mi | 3.5 |
| Laurens Middle Laurens | 1.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Ford Elementary Laurens | 2.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Laurens Elementary Laurens | 2.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Laurens District 55 High Laurens | 3.5 mi | 6.9 |
| LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Enoree | 7.0 mi | 4.7 |
| M. S. Bailey Child Development Center Clinton | 7.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Thornwell Charter School Clinton | 7.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Waterloo Elementary Waterloo | 8.7 mi | 3.4 |
| Clinton Elementary Clinton | 7.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Summit Classical School Clinton | 7.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Clinton Middle Clinton | 8.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Clinton High Clinton | 8.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Eastside Elementary Clinton | 8.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Gray Court-Owings Elementary/Middle Gray Court | 11.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Hickory Tavern Elementary/Middle Gray Court | 10.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Joanna Woodson Elementary Joanna | 12.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Ware Shoals Primary Ware Shoals | 13.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Woodruff Primary Woodruff | 16.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Woodruff Elementary Woodruff | 16.7 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29360 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,846
Median Home Value
$151,500
Median Rent
$808/mo
Population
22,066
College Educated
14.6%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
25.2 min
Poverty Rate
16.3%
Median Age
40.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Laurens Middle Laurens, SC | 3.8 |
| Pine Ridge Middle West Columbia, SC | 3.8 |
| Jackson STEM Magnet Jackson, SC | 3.6 |
| Macedonia Middle Moncks Corner, SC | 3.6 |
| Palmetto Middle Mullins, SC | 3.6 |
| W. A. Perry Middle Columbia, SC | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sanders Middle
What grades does Sanders Middle serve?
Sanders Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Sanders Middle?
Sanders Middle has an enrollment of approximately 289 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sanders Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Sanders Middle is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sanders Middle rank in SC?
Sanders Middle ranks #1,071 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is Sanders Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Sanders Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Sanders Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sanders Middle has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Sanders Middle a charter school?
No, Sanders Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sanders Middle a Title I school?
No, Sanders Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sanders Middle?
100.0% of students at Sanders 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
- 289
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Laurens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.2%
- Phone
- (864) 984-0354
Resources & Links
District
Laurens 55- District Enrollment
- 5,206
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,216
- District Rank
- #5 of 9
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