Leslie M. Stover Middle School

1649 Smyrna Road
Elgin, SC 29045
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 692 students in grades 6-8, Leslie M. Stover 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 24% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (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 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 692 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 52%
  • : Bottom 50% in SC
  • : 24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 47% (Btm 50%)
  • : 31% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Leslie M. Stover Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Leslie M. Stover Middle School's student population of 692 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
692 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers

School Rankings

Leslie M. Stover Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leslie M. Stover Middle School is 0.67, which is equal to 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)
#775 out of 1154 schools
(Bottom 50%)
24%
41%
47%
52%
31%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
15%
14%
Black
26%
31%
White
48%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.67
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Leslie M. Stover Middle School's ranking?
Leslie M. Stover Middle School is ranked #775 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Leslie M. Stover Middle School often compared to?
Leslie M. Stover Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Camden Middle School, Lugoff-elgin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Leslie M. Stover Middle School?
692 students attend Leslie M. Stover Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Leslie M. Stover Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Leslie M. Stover Middle School?
Leslie M. Stover Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Leslie M. Stover Middle School offer ?
Leslie M. Stover Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Leslie M. Stover Middle School part of?
Leslie M. Stover Middle School is part of Kershaw 01 School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 692 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 52%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 47% (Btm 50%)
  • : 31% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education

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