DUTCH FORK MIDDLE SCHOOL
Dutch Fork Middle is a public middle school that is part of the Lexington 05 school district, located in Irmo, SC with about 1,065 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 73 teachers, Dutch Fork Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Dutch Fork Middle School, located in Irmo, South Carolina, serves as a prominent educational institution within the Lexington-Richland School District Five. Known for its commitment to academic excellence and student development, the school caters to a diverse student body, fostering an environment that emphasizes both rigorous core instruction and a wide variety of extracurricular opportunities. The school is highly regarded for its focus on preparing students for the transition to high school, consistently integrating technology and collaborative learning practices into its daily curriculum.
Beyond its academic offerings, Dutch Fork Middle School is deeply integrated into the surrounding Irmo community. The school promotes a culture of engagement through its active parent-teacher involvement, athletic programs, and fine arts initiatives, which help cultivate a well-rounded educational experience. With a dedicated faculty and staff, the school strives to provide a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to grow intellectually, socially, and emotionally, upholding the district's reputation for high standards and student-centered learning.
For more information, contact Dutch Fork Middle at (803) 476-4800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Irmo, SC 29063
(803) 476-4800
DUTCH FORK MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in Irmo, SC with about 1,065 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in South Carolina
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Lexington 05
- Total Students:
- 1,065
- Teachers:
- 73.5
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Supplemental Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,065 students
- White
- 56.5%
- Black or African American
- 32.2%
- Two or more races
- 4.2%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 3.8%
- Asian
- 3.1%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.1%
- Female
- 49.0%
- Male
- 51.0%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.