Serving 144 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Reuben Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 144 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Reuben Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Reuben Elementary School's student population of 144 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
144 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Reuben Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Reuben Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#645 out of 1154 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
16%
12%
Black
26%
32%
White
54%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
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)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reuben Elementary School's ranking?
Reuben Elementary School is ranked #645 out of 1,154 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Reuben Elementary School?
144 students attend Reuben Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Reuben Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Reuben Elementary School?
Reuben Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Reuben Elementary School offer ?
Reuben Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Reuben Elementary School part of?
Reuben Elementary School is part of Newberry 01 School District.
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