Serving 429 students in grades 3-5, Batesburg-leesville 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 38% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 429 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Batesburg-Leesville Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Leesville, SC, covering approximately 149 square miles. Families typically live within a 15-20 minute drive from the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 8.3 miles and the furthest edge located 14.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Batesburg-leesville Elementary School's student population of 429 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
429 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Batesburg-leesville 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 Batesburg-leesville Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#727 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)
38%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
17%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
28%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
49%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-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 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.9%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
3%
Showing 2009–2021. 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 Batesburg-leesville Elementary School's ranking?
Batesburg-leesville Elementary School is ranked #727 out of 1,118 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?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Batesburg-leesville Elementary School?
429 students attend Batesburg-leesville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Batesburg-leesville Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Batesburg-leesville Elementary School?
Batesburg-leesville Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Batesburg-leesville Elementary School offer ?
Batesburg-leesville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Batesburg-leesville Elementary School part of?
Batesburg-leesville Elementary School is part of Lexington 03 School District.
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