Serving 847 students in grades 6-8, R. P. Dawkins Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 847 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
R. P. Dawkins Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
R. P. Dawkins Middle School's student population of 847 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
847 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Year Founded
1983
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 6, 2026
School Rankings
R. P. Dawkins Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of R. P. Dawkins Middle School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#705 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
15%
14%
Black
43%
31%
White
31%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is R. P. Dawkins Middle School's ranking?
R. P. Dawkins Middle School is ranked #705 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are R. P. Dawkins Middle School often compared to?
R. P. Dawkins Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like L. E. Gable Middle School, Fairforest Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend R. P. Dawkins Middle School?
847 students attend R. P. Dawkins Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of R. P. Dawkins Middle School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of R. P. Dawkins Middle School?
R. P. Dawkins Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does R. P. Dawkins Middle School offer ?
R. P. Dawkins Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is R. P. Dawkins Middle School part of?
R. P. Dawkins Middle School is part of Spartanburg 06 School District.
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