Serving 797 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Lake Murray Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 797 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Murray Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lake Murray Elementary School's student population of 797 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
797 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lake Murray Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Murray Elementary School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#27 out of 1095 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
4%
32%
White
83%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Murray Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Murray Elementary School is ranked #27 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Lake Murray Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Murray Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Round Top Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
How many students attend Lake Murray Elementary School?
797 students attend Lake Murray Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Lake Murray Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Murray Elementary School?
Lake Murray Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lake Murray Elementary School offer ?
Lake Murray Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Murray Elementary School part of?
Lake Murray Elementary School is part of Lexington 05 School District.
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