Serving 146 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Discovery Charter Of Lancaster ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 146 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Discovery Charter of Lancaster encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 555.1 square miles in Lancaster, SC. Families within this area typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 25.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Discovery Charter Of Lancaster ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Discovery Charter Of Lancaster's student population of 146 students has grown by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
146 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Discovery Charter Of Lancaster ranks within the top 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Discovery Charter Of Lancaster is 0.67, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#396 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
32%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
44%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.3%
25.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
50%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Discovery Charter Of Lancaster's ranking?
Discovery Charter Of Lancaster is ranked #396 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Discovery Charter Of Lancaster often compared to?
Discovery Charter Of Lancasteris often viewed alongside schools like Brooklyn Springs Elementary School, Buford Elementary School, North Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Discovery Charter Of Lancaster?
146 students attend Discovery Charter Of Lancaster.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Discovery Charter Of Lancaster students are White, 32% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Discovery Charter Of Lancaster?
Discovery Charter Of Lancaster has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Discovery Charter Of Lancaster offer ?
Discovery Charter Of Lancaster offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Discovery Charter Of Lancaster part of?
Discovery Charter Of Lancaster is part of Lancaster 01 School District.
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