Highland Springs Middle School serves 476 students in grades 6-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 476 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
476 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Highland Springs Middle School is 0.68, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
19%
14%
Black
26%
31%
White
47%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
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
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Highland Springs Middle School?
476 students attend Highland Springs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Highland Springs Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highland Springs Middle School?
Highland Springs Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Highland Springs Middle School offer ?
Highland Springs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Highland Springs Middle School part of?
Highland Springs Middle School is part of Aiken 01 School District.
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