Serving 425 students in grades 4-6, Barnwell 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 37% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Barnwell Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Barnwell, SC, covering approximately 185.3 square miles. The area typically requires a 15-20 minute drive to reach the school, with an average distance of 7.7 miles from the school to the zone's edge, extending up to 18.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Barnwell Elementary School's student population of 425 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
425 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Barnwell Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barnwell Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#779 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
48%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
40%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.7%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
8%
5%
Showing 2007–2016. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Mighty Mustangs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barnwell Elementary School's ranking?
Barnwell Elementary School is ranked #779 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Barnwell Elementary School often compared to?
Barnwell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Macedonia Elementary-middle by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Barnwell Elementary School?
425 students attend Barnwell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Barnwell Elementary School students are Black, 40% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barnwell Elementary School?
Barnwell Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Barnwell Elementary School offer ?
Barnwell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Barnwell Elementary School part of?
Barnwell Elementary School is part of Barnwell School District.
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