At a glance
Reported students
992
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
87
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
11.4:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
06–08
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
South Carolina middle enrollment
90th percentile
Compared with 248 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
557
Irmo Middle: 992 reported students.
State peer staffing position
15th percentile
11.4:1 reported; state peer median 13.8:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 890
- Teachers (FTE)
- 74
- Student–teacher ratio
- 12:1
What the reported data says about Irmo Middle
Irmo Middle is a public middle school serving grades 06–08 in Columbia. It is one of 23 current school records connected to Lexington 05. NCES reports 992 students for 2024–25.
Among 248 middle schools in South Carolina with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 624 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 90th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 11.4:1, below the South Carolina median of 13.8:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Black (44.3%) and White (33.8%). English learners represent 6.1% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 14.5%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Irmo Middle
- 1How do the reported 11.4:1 student–teacher ratio and 87 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 4 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 6.1%
- Students with disabilities
- 14.5%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 4
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White33.8%
- Hispanic8.6%
- Black44.3%
- Asian3.6%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.2%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.2%
- Multiracial9.4%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Lexington 05
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Chapin Intermediate
Middle · Grades 05–06
985 reported students
Chapin Middle
Middle · Grades 06–08
1,007 reported students
Dutch Fork Middle
Middle · Grades 06–08
876 reported students
CrossRoads Intermediate
Middle · Grades 06–06
557 reported students
Spring Hill High
High · Grades 09–12
1,118 reported students
Chapin Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–04
767 reported students
Public schools near Irmo Middle
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CrossRoads Intermediate Middle · Lexington 05 | 06–06 | 557 | 0.2 mi |
| Meadow Glen Middle Middle · Lexington 01 | 06–08 | 778 | 4.5 mi |
| Lakeside Middle Middle · Lexington 01 | 06–08 | 893 | 5.8 mi |
| Dutch Fork Middle Middle · Lexington 05 | 06–08 | 876 | 5.9 mi |
| St. Andrews Middle Middle · Richland 01 | 06–08 | 627 | 5.9 mi |
| Northside Middle Middle · Lexington 02 | 06–08 | 528 | 6.5 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Irmo Middle
What grades does Irmo Middle serve?
Irmo Middle reports grades 06–08 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a middle school in Lexington 05.
How many students attend Irmo Middle?
Irmo Middle reported 992 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 90th percentile among 248 South Carolina middle schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 890 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Irmo Middle?
The calculated ratio is 11.4:1, based on 992 students and 87 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The South Carolina median for the same school level is 13.8:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Irmo Middle a public, charter, or magnet school?
Irmo Middle is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
Which school district is Irmo Middle in?
Irmo Middle is part of Lexington 05, based in Irmo, SC, which operates 23 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Irmo Middle?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include CrossRoads Intermediate (0.2 mi), Meadow Glen Middle (4.5 mi), Lakeside Middle (5.8 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.