School Information Sandhills Middle School, located in Gaston-Swansea School District Four of Lexington County, seeks to provide all students with challenging and highly motivating learning experiences. Located in Gaston, just twenty miles south of Columbia, Sandhills Middle School has an unique student population. It boasts an approximate enrollment of 1000 students and has a faculty of 80. Grades five through eight are served at Sandhills Middle School. 2 miles on Meadowfield Road and Sandhills Middle will be on the right Curriculum Overview Sandhills Middle School utilizes the middle school concept for preparing students for high school and beyond.
Classes operate on a modified block schedule.
Grade level teams integrate social studies, language arts, science, and math. Focus is placed in critical thinking and problem-solving skills that will prepare students for the rigors of high school. Technology is integrated into all curriculum areas. Field trips to the coast, Washington, DC, Charleston, and specialized education centers are highlights of the middle school experience. Related Arts Sandhills Middle School offers a variety of exploratory classes for all students.