Serving 355 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chester Park School Elementary Of Inquiry 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 30-34% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than 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 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 355 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chester Park Elementary School of Inquiry serves the west part of Chester, SC, covering an extensive area of approximately 361.4 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 14 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and the furthest edge being 19 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chester Park School Elementary Of Inquiry's student population of 355 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
355 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chester Park School Elementary Of Inquiry 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 Chester Park School Elementary Of Inquiry is 0.45, 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
#877 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
73%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
12%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.5%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
5%
5%
Showing 2007–2016. 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 Chester Park School Elementary Of Inquiry's ranking?
Chester Park School Elementary Of Inquiry is ranked #877 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Chester Park School Elementary Of Inquiry often compared to?
Chester Park School Elementary Of Inquiryis often viewed alongside schools like Chester Park Elementary School For The Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Chester Park School Elementary Of Inquiry?
355 students attend Chester Park School Elementary Of Inquiry.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Chester Park School Elementary Of Inquiry students are Black, 12% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chester Park School Elementary Of Inquiry?
Chester Park School Elementary Of Inquiry has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chester Park School Elementary Of Inquiry offer ?
Chester Park School Elementary Of Inquiry offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chester Park School Elementary Of Inquiry part of?
Chester Park School Elementary Of Inquiry is part of Chester 01 School District.
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