Serving 352 students in grades 2-5, Congaree Elementary School 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 33% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 352 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Congaree Elementary serves the southwest part of West Columbia, SC, covering an area of approximately 31.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 7.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Congaree Elementary School's student population of 352 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
352 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Enter to learn, depart to S.O.A.R.
School Rankings
Congaree Elementary School 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 Congaree Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#798 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
32%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
21%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
40%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.3%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
3%
Showing 2010–2021. Full 23-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 Congaree Elementary School's ranking?
Congaree Elementary School is ranked #798 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Congaree Elementary School often compared to?
Congaree Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Midway Elementary School, Springdale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Congaree Elementary School?
352 students attend Congaree Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Congaree Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Congaree Elementary School?
Congaree Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Congaree Elementary School offer ?
Congaree Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Congaree Elementary School part of?
Congaree Elementary School is part of Lexington 02 School District.
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