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Hand Middle

2600 Wheat Street, Columbia, SC 29205, United States
+1 (803) 343-2947
3.9
Overall Rating

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Hand Middle Overview

About This School

Hand Middle is a public middle in Columbia, South Carolina, serving 755 students in grades Grade 6-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 44% in ELA and 34% in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 61 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $81,778. Support services include a counselor-to-student ratio of 251:1. Students at the school are 49% male and 51% female. The demographic breakdown consists of 51% Black, 31% White, 11% Hispanic, 6% Two or More Races, and 1% Asian.

755
Total Students
Grade 6-8
12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
61 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts44%
Mathematics34%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 6-8
County
Richland County
Students per Counselor
251:1

Hand Middle Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

44%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 45%State Avg: 52%
34%
Mathematics
City Avg: 33%State Avg: 42%
N/A
Science

Class Information

12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 12.8:1
State Avg: 13.4:1
251
Students per Counselor

Hand Middle Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
61

Average Teacher Salary

$81,778
City Avg: $77,528
State Avg: $67,340

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Students per Counselor251:1

Hand Middle Student Demographics

Student Body

49.14%
Male
50.86%
Female
Total Enrollment: 755 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White30.73%
Hispanic10.86%
Asian0.93%
Black51.39%
Two or More Races5.83%
Native American0%

Hand Middle Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Hand Middle

Q: What is Hand Middle?

A: Hand Middle is a middle public located in Columbia.

Q: How many students attend Hand Middle?

A: Hand Middle has approximately 755 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Hand Middle?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Hand Middle is 12:1.

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Detailed Information about Hand Middle

Hand Middle is a public middle in Columbia, South Carolina, serving 755 students in grades Grade 6-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 44% in ELA and 34% in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 61 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $81,778. Support services include a counselor-to-student ratio of 251:1. Students at the school are 49% male and 51% female. The demographic breakdown consists of 51% Black, 31% White, 11% Hispanic, 6% Two or More Races, and 1% Asian.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Hand Middle - Columbia, SC

Quick Facts about Hand Middle
School NameHand Middle
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 6-8
Location2600 Wheat Street, Columbia, SC 29205, Columbia, SC
CountyRichland County
Phone+1 (803) 343-2947
Total Students755
Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Full-Time Teachers61
Rating3.9/10
ELA Proficiency44%
Math Proficiency34%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Hand Middle

What is Hand Middle?

Hand Middle is a middle public located in Columbia.

How many students attend Hand Middle?

Hand Middle has approximately 755 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hand Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Hand Middle is 12:1.

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