Summary:
The Marlboro 01 school district in South Carolina has only one middle school, Blenheim Middle School of Discovery, which serves grades 6-8 with a total enrollment of 444 students. The school's student population is predominantly African American (77.48%), and 100% of students receive free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage.
Blenheim Middle School of Discovery's academic performance is a significant concern, with test scores that are significantly lower than the district and state averages across all grade levels and subject areas. For example, in 2023-2024, only 24% of 6th graders at Blenheim were proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to 27.8% in the district and 53.7% statewide. Despite higher spending per student ($13,154) and a lower student-teacher ratio (14.8) than the state average, the school has consistently ranked in the bottom 10% of middle schools in South Carolina, with a ranking of 310 out of 325 schools in the 2023-2024 school year.
The data suggests that the challenges faced by Blenheim Middle School of Discovery are multifaceted and may require targeted interventions and support to address the educational disparities experienced by the school's predominantly low-income student population. Factors such as teacher quality, curriculum, and family engagement may also play a role in the school's performance and should be further investigated to identify opportunities for improvement.
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