Serving 407 students in grades 3-5, Cheraw Intermediate 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 29% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cheraw Intermediate serves the eastern part of its school district in Cheraw, SC, encompassing an area of approximately 164.4 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 9.5 miles to the edge and the furthest point being 13.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cheraw Intermediate's student population of 407 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
407 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Through rigor, relevance, and relationships, Cheraw Intermediate School will develop scholars who lead by example.
School Rankings
Cheraw Intermediate 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 Cheraw Intermediate is 0.60, 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
#888 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
51%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
37%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-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 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.3%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 16-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 Cheraw Intermediate's ranking?
Cheraw Intermediate is ranked #888 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?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Cheraw Intermediate?
407 students attend Cheraw Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Cheraw Intermediate students are Black, 37% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cheraw Intermediate?
Cheraw Intermediate has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cheraw Intermediate offer ?
Cheraw Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cheraw Intermediate part of?
Cheraw Intermediate is part of Chesterfield 01 School District.
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