Needs Improvement
#1131 of 1,176 schools in SC
St. Andrews Middle
Middle School · Richland 01
1231 Bluefield Road, Columbia, SC 29210
Enrollment
700
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
3.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
700
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
3.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#1,131 of 1,176
In Columbia
#72 of 72
public schools
In district
#47 of 47
Richland 01
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St. Andrews Middle
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About St. Andrews Middle
St. Andrews Middle is a public middle school in Columbia, SC, part of Richland 01. St.
Andrews Middle serves approximately 700 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St. Andrews Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,131 of 1,176 schools in SC.
Structured state assessment records for St. Andrews Middle show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.1
- SC avg 5.3
What Parents Should Know
50% of students at St. Andrews 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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St. Andrews Middle — Students at St. Andrews Middle score 17% 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: 2.6/10.
How St. Andrews Middle Compares
See how St. Andrews Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1231 Bluefield Road, Columbia, SC 29210
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St. Andrews Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Heyward Gibbes Middle (rated 4.5/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Northside Middle (rated 4.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby West Columbia), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Columbia, see our Columbia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| H. B. Rhame Elementary Columbia | 0.1 mi | 4.6 |
| MONTESSORI EARLY LEARNING CENTER Columbia | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Sandel Elementary Columbia | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Columbia High Columbia | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Riverbank Elementary West Columbia | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Saluda River Academy for the Arts West Columbia | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Edward E. Taylor Elementary Columbia | 1.5 mi | 3.5 |
| Northside Middle West Columbia | 1.8 mi | 4.2 |
| East Point Academy West Columbia | 2.2 mi | 7.8 |
| SC Connections Academy Columbia | 1.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Heyward Gibbes Middle Columbia | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
| GLENFOREST SCHOOL West Columbia | 2.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Seven Oaks Elementary Columbia | 2.4 mi | 3.8 |
| Pine Grove Elementary Columbia | 2.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Logan Elementary Columbia | 2.7 mi | 6.6 |
| BEN LIPPEN SCHOOL Columbia | 2.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Broad River High Columbia | 3.2 mi | — |
| Kirkland High Columbia | 3.2 mi | 5.4 |
| 1955 Columbia | 3.2 mi | 6.7 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL West Columbia | 3.5 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29210 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,258
Median Home Value
$183,000
Median Rent
$1,076/mo
Population
40,504
College Educated
29.8%
Homeownership
37.1%
Avg Commute
20.6 min
Poverty Rate
18.9%
Median Age
33.7
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| Sangaree Middle Ladson, SC | 3.3 |
| 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 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St. Andrews Middle
What grades does St. Andrews Middle serve?
St. Andrews Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend St. Andrews Middle?
St. Andrews Middle has an enrollment of approximately 700 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St. Andrews Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at St. Andrews Middle is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does St. Andrews Middle rank in SC?
St. Andrews Middle ranks #1,131 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is St. Andrews Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
St. Andrews Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 St. Andrews Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, St. Andrews Middle has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is St. Andrews Middle a charter school?
No, St. Andrews Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is St. Andrews Middle a Title I school?
No, St. Andrews Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for St. Andrews Middle?
100.0% of students at St. Andrews 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
- 700
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Richland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.3%
- Phone
- (803) 731-8910
Resources & Links
District
Richland 01- District Enrollment
- 22,123
- Schools in District
- 48
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,992
- District Rank
- #47 of 47
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