Serving 413 students in grades 6-8, Robert E. Howard 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 11% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
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Robert E. Howard Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
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Robert E. Howard Middle School's student population of 413 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
413 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1990
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Dedicated To Excellence In Education
Robert E. Howard 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 Robert E. Howard Middle School is 0.19, which is less 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
#1095 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
90%
31%
White
1%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Robert E. Howard Middle School's ranking?
Robert E. Howard Middle School is ranked #1095 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Robert E. Howard Middle School often compared to?
Robert E. Howard Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William J. Clark Middle School, Felton Laboratory Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Robert E. Howard Middle School?
413 students attend Robert E. Howard Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Robert E. Howard Middle School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robert E. Howard Middle School?
Robert E. Howard Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Robert E. Howard Middle School offer ?
Robert E. Howard Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Robert E. Howard Middle School part of?
Robert E. Howard Middle School is part of Orangeburg School District.
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