Serving 523 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ballentine 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 60% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 523 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Ballentine Elementary serves the eastern part of Irmo, SC, covering an area of approximately 11.9 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 2.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ballentine Elementary School's student population of 523 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
523 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Motto
We are Ballentine!
School Rankings
Ballentine Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ballentine Elementary School is 0.57, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#257 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
62%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.4%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ballentine Elementary School's ranking?
Ballentine Elementary School is ranked #257 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Ballentine Elementary School often compared to?
Ballentine Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Midway Elementary School, River Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Ballentine Elementary School?
523 students attend Ballentine Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Ballentine Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ballentine Elementary School?
Ballentine Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ballentine Elementary School offer ?
Ballentine Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ballentine Elementary School part of?
Ballentine Elementary School is part of Lexington 05 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ballentine Elementary School located?
Ballentine Elementary School is located in the Ballentine neighborhood of Irmo, SC.
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