Cheraw Primary serves 443 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 443 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Attendance Zone: Cheraw Primary serves the eastern part of its district in Cheraw, SC, covering an area of approximately 164.4 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being 13.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cheraw Primary's student population of 443 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
443 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Cheraw Primary is 0.64, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
49%
31%
White
34%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.8%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Cheraw Primary often compared to?
Cheraw Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Edwards Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Cheraw Primary?
443 students attend Cheraw Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Cheraw Primary students are Black, 34% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cheraw Primary?
Cheraw Primary has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cheraw Primary offer ?
Cheraw Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cheraw Primary part of?
Cheraw Primary is part of Chesterfield 01 School District.
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