Serving 212 students in grades 1-5, Carolina Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 212 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Carolina Elementary serves the west part of Hartsville, SC, with an attendance zone covering approximately 3.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 1.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carolina Elementary School's student population of 212 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
212 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Where greatness is recognized and every success is celebrated!
School Rankings
Carolina 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 Carolina Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#384 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
21%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
61%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
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)11.3%
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 (14-15)
5%
6%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 17-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 Carolina Elementary School's ranking?
Carolina Elementary School is ranked #384 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Carolina Elementary School often compared to?
Carolina Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thornwell School For The Arts, North Hartsville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Carolina Elementary School?
212 students attend Carolina Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Carolina Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carolina Elementary School?
Carolina Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carolina Elementary School offer ?
Carolina Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Carolina Elementary School part of?
Carolina Elementary School is part of Darlington 01 School District.
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