Below Average
#958 of 1,176 schools in SC
Tanglewood Middle
Middle School · Greenville 01
44 Merriwoods Drive, Greenville, SC 29611
Enrollment
666
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
666
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#958 of 1,176
In Greenville
#46 of 51
public schools
In district
#77 of 88
Greenville 01
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About Tanglewood Middle
Tanglewood Middle is a public middle school in Greenville, SC, part of Greenville 01. Tanglewood Middle serves approximately 666 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Tanglewood Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #958 of 1,176 schools in SC.
Structured state assessment records for Tanglewood Middle show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- SC avg 5.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Tanglewood 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.
51% of students at Tanglewood 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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Tanglewood Middle — Students at Tanglewood Middle score 20% 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: 6.3/10.
How Tanglewood Middle Compares
See how Tanglewood 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
44 Merriwoods Drive, Greenville, SC 29611
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tanglewood Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Legacy Early College (rated 8.5/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Powdersville Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Powdersville High (rated 7.5/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Greenville, see our Greenville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TABERNACLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Greenville | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Welcome Elementary Greenville | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Powdersville High Greenville | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Carolina Academy (High) Greenville | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Powdersville Elementary Greenville | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Powdersville Middle Greenville | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Hollis Academy Greenville | 2.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Westcliffe Elementary Greenville | 2.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Alexander Elementary Greenville | 2.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Concrete Primary Easley | 3.2 mi | 5.2 |
| FOOTPRINTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Greenville | 3.1 mi | — |
| Berea High Greenville | 3.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Monaview Elementary Greenville | 3.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Legacy Early College Greenville | 3.4 mi | 8.5 |
| UPSTATE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Greenville | 3.3 mi | — |
| ST ANTHONY OF PADUA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greenville | 3.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Berea Elementary Greenville | 4.0 mi | 7.5 |
| BEST SKILLS ACADEMY Greenville | 3.3 mi | — |
| Greenville Senior High Academy Greenville | 3.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Crosswell Elementary Easley | 3.7 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29611 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,046
Median Home Value
$163,600
Median Rent
$1,092/mo
Population
33,387
College Educated
18.6%
Homeownership
53.4%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
23%
Median Age
34
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tanglewood Middle
What grades does Tanglewood Middle serve?
Tanglewood Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Tanglewood Middle?
Tanglewood Middle has an enrollment of approximately 666 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tanglewood Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Tanglewood Middle is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tanglewood Middle rank in SC?
Tanglewood Middle ranks #958 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is Tanglewood Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Tanglewood Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Tanglewood Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tanglewood Middle has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Tanglewood Middle a charter school?
No, Tanglewood Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tanglewood Middle a Title I school?
No, Tanglewood Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tanglewood Middle?
100.0% of students at Tanglewood 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
- 666
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 59
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Greenville County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.1%
- Phone
- (864) 355-4500
Resources & Links
District
Greenville 01- District Enrollment
- 78,371
- Schools in District
- 93
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,375
- District Rank
- #77 of 88
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