Serving 499 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Seaside Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher 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 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Seaside Elementary School's student population of 499 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
499 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Seaside Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Seaside Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#257 out of 1095 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
3%
32%
White
79%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
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 Seaside Elementary School's ranking?
Seaside Elementary School is ranked #257 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Seaside Elementary School often compared to?
Seaside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burgess Elementary School, Lakewood Elementary School, St. James Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
How many students attend Seaside Elementary School?
499 students attend Seaside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Seaside Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Seaside Elementary School?
Seaside Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Seaside Elementary School offer ?
Seaside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Seaside Elementary School part of?
Seaside Elementary School is part of Horry 01 School District.
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