Chapin Intermediate
Chapin Intermediate serves 801 students in grades 5-6.
Chapin Intermediate placed in the top 30% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2018-19 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 46%) for the 2018-19 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 48%) for the 2018-19 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 51% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2022-23)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 801 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chapin Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Chapin Intermediate's student population of 801 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
801 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chapin Intermediate is ranked within the top 30% of all 1,149 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2018-19 school year.
The diversity score of Chapin Intermediate is 0.32, 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
#230 out of 1149 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
5%
33%
White
82%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chapin Intermediate's ranking?
Chapin Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for: Highest math proficiency (Top 20%).
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% SC state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
How many students attend Chapin Intermediate?
801 students attend Chapin Intermediate.
What is the ethnic breakdown of the student body?
82% of Chapin Intermediate students are White, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chapin Intermediate?
Chapin Intermediate has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chapin Intermediate offer ?
Chapin Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (offers virtual instruction).
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