Serving 244 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Olanta Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 244 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Olanta Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Olanta Elementary School's student population of 244 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
244 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Olanta Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Olanta Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#1010 out of 1095 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
58%
32%
White
32%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
3%
5%
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 Olanta Elementary School's ranking?
Olanta Elementary School is ranked #1010 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
How many students attend Olanta Elementary School?
244 students attend Olanta Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Olanta Elementary School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Olanta Elementary School?
Olanta Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Olanta Elementary School offer ?
Olanta Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Olanta Elementary School part of?
Olanta Elementary School is part of Florence 03 School District.
School Reviews
5 1/28/2021
Great family oriented school with staff who care about the students and their families. It's a school where you never want to leave. My children are provided opportunities to grow in different areas. They have dance lesson, environmental science, coding, Spanish, and other classes that most elementary schools don't offer.
5 3/10/2018
Olanta Creative Arts and Science Magnet School is a great family and community oriented public school focused on the standards while ensuring student exploration in colleges and careers with such activities as weekly club days, free afterschool care with club offerings as well, and art infusion music and dance lessons. The school has its on Steel Drum Band, Dance Company, and Chorus just to name a few opportunities for students. Enrollment is not limited to a certain zone and transportation is available.
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