H.E. McCracken Middle School

H.E. McCracken Middle School

Public Middle School | Grade 6-8
250 He McCracken Cir,  Bluffton, SC
Beaufort County School District
4.2
3.5
892 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Math Proficiency
41%
Reading Proficiency
58%

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
A
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
58%
Math Proficiency
41%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers
68
Full Time Teachers
68
Teachers in First or Second Year
23.2%
College Prep
Number of AP Courses
1
AP Pass Rate
63.9%
Other AP Enrollment
Average
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
308:1

Student Diversity

Male
55.6%
Female
44.4%
White
48.2%
Hispanic
34.3%
Black
9.3%
Two or more races
5.9%
Asian or Pacific Islander
2.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.2 3 Reviews
5.0 Parent
3/2/2018
This school is a true middle school model. I like that my sixth grader is in a pod with only sixth graders and don't interact with the older students. The teachers have really helped us transition from elementary to middle school. I can tell they truly care about their students and go above and beyond to make sure they get the best education possible. We are pleased.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.5 20 Reviews
5.0 parent
4/17/2026
McCracken Administration is working hard to get BCSD to address long-overdue updates and repairs in our aging building. Over the past three years, the staff has demonstrated a significant positive shift under the leadership of our current principal. There is a noticeable sense of unity and confidenc...
5.0 teacher
4/6/2026
As a teacher at this school for 5 years, it has been an extremely positive experience. Students have options for electives, teachers work together to meet students' needs and I personally send out weekly updates for the parents of my students. The PTO has been amazing with providing opportunities an...
5.0 teacher
4/6/2026
There's something special about working at HE McCracken. After spending years in education, I've come to appreciate the little things that make a school work well—and we've got them in spades.The StaffMy colleagues actually want to be here. Sounds simple, but it matters. People collaborate naturally...
5.0 teacher
4/6/2026
The PTO offers many ways for parents to be involved. When parents are involved, it helps their child's learning. Staff work to help students. They offer tutoring after school for students that need extra help or time with homework. Counselors work daily to help every student feel safe in the classes...

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H.E. McCracken Middle School is a public school for students in grades 6-8 in Bluffton, SC and is served by the Beaufort County School District in South Carolina. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 892 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. Academic records show that 41% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 58% are proficient in reading. H.E. McCracken Middle School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. Discover additional schools in the area, like Bluffton High School, Hilton Head Christian Academy, Cross Schools, and more. Learn more about what Bluffton has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near H.E. McCracken Middle School.

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