Summary:
The city of Cope, South Carolina has only one middle school, Carver Edisto Middle, which serves students in grades 6-8. The school is performing significantly below average compared to other middle schools in the state, ranking 307 out of 325 middle schools and receiving a 0 out of 5 star rating from SchoolDigger.
Carver Edisto Middle has a student population that is predominantly economically disadvantaged, with 100% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. The school's academic performance is also concerning, with proficiency rates in core subjects like ELA and Math well below the state averages. For example, only 27.8% of 6th graders and 24.8% of 7th graders scored proficient on the SC READY ELA assessment, compared to state averages of 53.7% and 50.2% respectively.
While the school's EOCEP/Algebra 1 proficiency rate is higher than the state average, this may be due to the nature of the end-of-course exam. Overall, the data suggests that Orangeburg district and Carver Edisto Middle face significant challenges in providing a high-quality education to their students. Addressing these issues will likely require a comprehensive, multi-faceted approach that addresses the unique needs and circumstances of the school and its community.
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