Serving 303 students in grades 3-5, Brockington 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 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 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 303 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Brockington Elementary serves the southern part of Darlington, SC, covering an area of approximately 61.3 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 8.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brockington Elementary School's student population of 303 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
303 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brockington 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 Brockington Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#771 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
63%
31%
White
21%
46%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.7%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brockington Elementary School's ranking?
Brockington Elementary School is ranked #771 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 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Brockington Elementary School?
303 students attend Brockington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Brockington Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brockington Elementary School?
Brockington Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Brockington Elementary School offer ?
Brockington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brockington Elementary School part of?
Brockington Elementary School is part of Darlington 01 School District.
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