Serving 252 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Diamond Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher 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 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Diamond Hill Elementary serves the west part of Abbeville, SC, covering an attendance zone of approximately 166 square miles. Families in this area can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being 11.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Diamond Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Diamond Hill Elementary School's student population of 252 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
252 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Putting Students First'
School Rankings
Diamond Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Diamond Hill Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#295 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
11%
31%
White
85%
46%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.6%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Diamond Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Diamond Hill Elementary School is ranked #295 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Diamond Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Diamond Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cherokee Trail Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Diamond Hill Elementary School?
252 students attend Diamond Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Diamond Hill Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Diamond Hill Elementary School?
Diamond Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Diamond Hill Elementary School offer ?
Diamond Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Diamond Hill Elementary School part of?
Diamond Hill Elementary School is part of Abbeville 60 School District.
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