Summary:
The Georgetown 01 school district in South Carolina is home to 5 middle schools, serving grades 5-8. The data reveals significant disparities in academic performance across these schools, with Waccamaw Middle standing out as the top-performing school in the district and one of the best in the state.
Waccamaw Middle consistently ranks among the top 18 middle schools in South Carolina, earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. Its students significantly outperform their peers across the district and state in both English Language Arts and math. For example, in 2024-2025, 77% of 7th graders at Waccamaw Middle were proficient or better in ELA, compared to just 52.5% for the district and 58.2% statewide. Waccamaw Intermediate also stands out, with very strong ELA test scores.
In contrast, several other schools in the district, such as Rosemary Middle and Carvers Bay Middle STEAM Academy, struggle academically, with proficiency rates as low as 7.3% in 8th grade math. These disparities appear to be linked to socioeconomic factors, as the lower-performing schools also have much higher rates of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. Addressing these equity concerns and ensuring all students in the Georgetown 01 district have access to a high-quality education should be a top priority.
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