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#850 of 1,176 schools in SC
Simmons Pinckney Middle
Middle School · Charleston 01
244 President Street, Charleston, SC 29403
Enrollment
199
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
5.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
199
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
5.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#850 of 1,176
In Charleston
#25 of 31
public schools
In district
#57 of 79
Charleston 01
Academic growth
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Simmons Pinckney Middle
Middle School in Charleston · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Simmons Pinckney Middle
Simmons Pinckney Middle is a public middle school in Charleston, SC, part of Charleston 01. Simmons Pinckney Middle serves approximately 199 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 7.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Simmons Pinckney Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #850 of 1,176 schools in SC.
Structured state assessment records for Simmons Pinckney Middle show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- SC avg 5.3
What Parents Should Know
At 199 students, Simmons Pinckney Middle is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Simmons Pinckney Middle 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.
At 7.7:1 students to teachers, Simmons Pinckney Middle sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Simmons Pinckney Middle — Students at Simmons Pinckney Middle score 11% 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 16 test records from SC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.7/10.
How Simmons Pinckney Middle Compares
See how Simmons Pinckney 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
244 President Street, Charleston, SC 29403
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Simmons Pinckney Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Buist Academy (rated 8.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Compass Collegiate Academy (rated 8.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE COOPER SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Charleston, see our Charleston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Burke High Charleston | 0.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Charleston Development Academy Charleston | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Mitchell Elementary Charleston | 0.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Compass Collegiate Academy Charleston | 0.3 mi | 8.2 |
| James Simons Montessori Charleston | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| THE CHARLESTON CATHOLIC SCHOOL Charleston | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Charleston Charter School for Math and Science Charleston | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| ASHLEY HALL SCHOOL Charleston | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| HARVEST TIME INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Charleston | 0.8 mi | — |
| MASON PREPARATORY SCHOOL Charleston | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Charleston Progressive Charleston | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Sanders-Clyde Elementary Charleston | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| NE MILES EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Charleston | 1.3 mi | — |
| Buist Academy Charleston | 1.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Memminger Elementary Charleston | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| PORTER-GAUD SCHOOL Charleston | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| CHARLESTON DAY SCHOOL Charleston | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| OAK GROVE MONTESSORI Charleston | 1.7 mi | — |
| FIRST BAPTIST SCHOOL OF CHARLESTON Charleston | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| THE COOPER SCHOOL Charleston | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29403 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,689
Median Home Value
$624,000
Median Rent
$1,658/mo
Population
22,319
College Educated
56.7%
Homeownership
35.1%
Avg Commute
16.4 min
Poverty Rate
25.3%
Median Age
31
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| Hemingway MB Lee Middle Hemingway, SC | 5.3 |
| Palmetto Achievement Center for Excellence Academy Columbia, SC | 4.8 |
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| Scott's Branch Middle Summerton, SC | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Simmons Pinckney Middle
What grades does Simmons Pinckney Middle serve?
Simmons Pinckney Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Simmons Pinckney Middle?
Simmons Pinckney Middle has an enrollment of approximately 199 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Simmons Pinckney Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Simmons Pinckney Middle is 7.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Simmons Pinckney Middle rank in SC?
Simmons Pinckney Middle ranks #850 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is Simmons Pinckney Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Simmons Pinckney Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Simmons Pinckney Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Simmons Pinckney Middle has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
Is Simmons Pinckney Middle a charter school?
No, Simmons Pinckney Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Simmons Pinckney Middle a Title I school?
No, Simmons Pinckney Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Simmons Pinckney Middle?
100.0% of students at Simmons Pinckney 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
- 199
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Charleston County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.3%
- Phone
- (843) 724-7789
Resources & Links
District
Charleston 01- District Enrollment
- 50,400
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,635
- District Rank
- #57 of 79
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