Clifdale Middle

Summary:

Clifdale Middle is a public middle school in Spartanburg, South Carolina, serving 695 students in grades 6-8. This school stands out for its consistently strong academic performance, diverse student population, and exceptional support for specific student subgroups.

Clifdale Middle consistently outperforms the state and Spartanburg 03 district averages in academic assessments, with 98.64% of students proficient or better in EOCEP/Algebra 1/Mathematics for the Technologies 2, compared to 77.39% for the district and 72.5% for the state. The school also boasts a relatively diverse student population, with 64.6% White, 15.68% African American, and 11.94% Hispanic students, which is higher than nearby schools like Gaffney Middle and Chesnee Middle. Notably, Clifdale Middle ranks 9th out of 248 South Carolina middle schools for its African American students and 1st out of 4 for its homeless student population, both earning 5-star ratings from SchoolDigger.

While Clifdale Middle faces socioeconomic challenges, with 77.84% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, the school's strong performance, diversity, and support for specific subgroups make it an exceptional choice for families in the Spartanburg area. When compared to nearby middle schools in the Cherokee 01 and Spartanburg 06 districts, Clifdale Middle stands out as a high-performing, diverse, and equitable institution that is worth considering for parents seeking a quality middle school education for their children.


Detail:

Public 6-8

 451 Heritage Hill Road
       Spartanburg, SC  29307


(864) 279-6200

District: Spartanburg 03

SchoolDigger Rank:
93rd of 325 South Carolina Middle Schools


Students who attend Clifdale Middle usually attend:

High:    Broome High

Feeder schools for Clifdale Middle:

Elementary:    Cannons Elementary
    Cowpens Elementary
    Pacolet Elementary

Student/teacher ratio:  14.3 Help
Number of students:  695

Racial breakdown:

White:
64.6%
African American:
15.7%
Hispanic:
11.9%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  77.8% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Clifdale Middle ranks better than 71.4% of middle schools in South Carolina. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 66.22. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (64.6%), African American (15.7%), Hispanic (11.9%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 77.8% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Clifdale Middle is 14.3. (See more...)
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Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Clifdale Middle:

SchoolDigger ranks Clifdale Middle 93rd of 325 South Carolina public middle schools. (See Clifdale Middle in the ranking list.)

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Spartanburg 03:

SchoolDigger ranks Spartanburg 03 11th of 75 South Carolina school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Clifdale Middle

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Rank History for all students at Clifdale Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools SC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 66.74 92nd 325 71.7%
2024 66.22 93rd 325 71.4%
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Rank History for Multi-racial students at Clifdale Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools SC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 54.61 25th 58 56.9%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Clifdale Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools SC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 74.84 64th 313 79.6%
2024 72.53 62nd 307 79.8%
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Rank History for Homeless students at Clifdale Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools SC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 81.47 1st 4 75.0%
2024 84.39 1st 4 75.0%
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Rank History for Female students at Clifdale Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools SC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 67.97 79th 299 73.6%
2024 66.41 84th 294 71.4%
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Rank History for Disabled students at Clifdale Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools SC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 47.88 88th 187 52.9%
2024 44.18 80th 177 54.8%
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Rank History for Gifted and Talented students at Clifdale Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools SC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 26.45 162nd 185 12.4%
2024 53.72 113th 183 38.3%
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Rank History for Male students at Clifdale Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools SC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 64.07 97th 303 68.0%
2024 63.93 89th 294 69.7%
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Rank History for African American students at Clifdale Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools SC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 77.27 36th 253 85.8%
2024 89.74 9th 248 96.4%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Clifdale Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools SC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 67.59 34th 141 75.9%
2024 46.98 71st 144 50.7%
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Rank History for White students at Clifdale Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools SC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 44.72 132nd 260 49.2%
2024 47.10 133rd 255 47.8%
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Data source: test scores: South Carolina Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: South Carolina State Department of Education

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Enrollment information for Clifdale Middle

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2022 409 106 8 67 3 0 38 0 631
2023 449 109 5 83 2 0 47 0 695

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Clifdale Middle

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2022 631 50.8 12.4 54.4
2023 695 48.3 14.3 77.8

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Clifdale Middle

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2022 631 50.8 12.4 54.4
2023 695 48.3 14.3 77.8

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Clifdale Middle

Clifdale Middle ranks 93rd of 325 South Carolina middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

Students who attend Clifdale Middle usually go on to attend Broome High

In the 2022-23 school year, 695 students attended Clifdale Middle.

Students at Clifdale Middle are 65% White, 16% African American, 12% Hispanic, 7% Two or more races.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the South Carolina Department of Education.

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