Easterling Primary serves 453 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Easterling Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Easterling Primary's student population of 453 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
453 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
The diversity score of Easterling Primary is 0.43, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%

Hispanic
5%
14%

Black
74%
31%

White
15%
47%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Easterling Primary often compared to?
Easterling Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Latta Elementary School, North Mullins Primary by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Easterling Primary?
453 students attend Easterling Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Easterling Primary students are Black, 15% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Easterling Primary?
Easterling Primary has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Easterling Primary offer ?
Easterling Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Easterling Primary part of?
Easterling Primary is part of Marion 10 School District.
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