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Williston-elko Middle School

12233 Main Street
Williston, SC 29853
Williston-elko Middle School serves 158 students in grades 6-8. 
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% 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: 158 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 68%
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50% in SC)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview
Williston-elko Middle School's student population of 158 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
158 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings
The diversity score of Williston-elko Middle School is 0.57, 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.
This School
State Level (SC)
20-24%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
57%
31%
White
32%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.57
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
67%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="school-notes">School Notes
  • School Mascot: Wild Boars
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Williston-elko Middle School?
158 students attend Williston-elko Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Williston-elko Middle School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Williston-elko Middle School?
Williston-elko Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Williston-elko Middle School offer ?
Williston-elko Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Williston-elko Middle School part of?
Williston-elko Middle School is part of Barnwell 48 School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 158 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 68%
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education

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