Serving 899 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Carolina Park Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 899 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carolina Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Carolina Park Elementary School's student population of 899 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
899 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carolina Park Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carolina Park Elementary School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#84 out of 1095 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
7%
32%
White
83%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carolina Park Elementary School's ranking?
Carolina Park Elementary School is ranked #84 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
How many students attend Carolina Park Elementary School?
899 students attend Carolina Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Carolina Park Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carolina Park Elementary School?
Carolina Park Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carolina Park Elementary School offer ?
Carolina Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Carolina Park Elementary School part of?
Carolina Park Elementary School is part of Charleston 01 School District.
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