Serving 457 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dutch Fork 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 45% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dutch Fork Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Dutch Fork Elementary School's student population of 457 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
457 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We Love and Grow Our Students!
School Rankings
Dutch Fork 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 Dutch Fork Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#703 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
12%
14%
Black
39%
31%
White
32%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dutch Fork Elementary School's ranking?
Dutch Fork Elementary School is ranked #703 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Dutch Fork Elementary School often compared to?
Dutch Fork Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Green Charter School Midlands 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 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Dutch Fork Elementary School?
457 students attend Dutch Fork Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Dutch Fork Elementary School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dutch Fork Elementary School?
Dutch Fork Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dutch Fork Elementary School offer ?
Dutch Fork Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dutch Fork Elementary School part of?
Dutch Fork Elementary School is part of Lexington 05 School District.
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