Serving 1,161 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Cane Bay Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 1,161 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cane Bay Elementary serves the west part of Summerville, SC, covering an area of approximately 60.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 9.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cane Bay Elementary School's student population of 1,161 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,161 students
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Creating a future we dare to imagine and making a positive difference.
School Rankings
Cane Bay Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cane Bay 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
#416 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
11%
15%
Black
18%
31%
White
58%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.7%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cane Bay Elementary School's ranking?
Cane Bay Elementary School is ranked #416 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Cane Bay Elementary School often compared to?
Cane Bay Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nexton Elementary School, Sangaree Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Cane Bay Elementary School?
1,161 students attend Cane Bay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Cane Bay Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cane Bay Elementary School?
Cane Bay Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cane Bay Elementary School offer ?
Cane Bay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cane Bay Elementary School part of?
Cane Bay Elementary School is part of Berkeley 01 School District.
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