Serving 552 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Bennettsville Primary 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 20-24% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower 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 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 552 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bennettsville Primary serves the southeast part of Bennettsville, SC, covering an extensive attendance area of approximately 365.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 23.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bennettsville Primary's student population of 552 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
552 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bennettsville Primary 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 Bennettsville Primary is 0.48, 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
#939 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
15%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
70%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
18%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
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)40.4%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
6%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bennettsville Primary's ranking?
Bennettsville Primary is ranked #939 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Bennettsville Primary?
552 students attend Bennettsville Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Bennettsville Primary students are Black, 18% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bennettsville Primary?
Bennettsville Primary has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bennettsville Primary offer ?
Bennettsville Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bennettsville Primary part of?
Bennettsville Primary is part of Marlboro 01 School District.
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