Denmark-olar Elementary School serves 248 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Denmark-olar Elementary School's student population of 248 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
248 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Denmark-olar Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
94%
31%
White
2%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Denmark-olar Elementary School often compared to?
Denmark-olar Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richard Carroll Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Denmark-olar Elementary School?
248 students attend Denmark-olar Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Denmark-olar Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Denmark-olar Elementary School?
Denmark-olar Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Denmark-olar Elementary School offer ?
Denmark-olar Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Denmark-olar Elementary School part of?
Denmark-olar Elementary School is part of Bamberg 03 School District.
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