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 (2026)
- 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%)
- 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
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
48%
31%
White
40%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.7%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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, Kelly Edwards Elementary School 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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