Serving 419 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Eleanor S. Rice 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 32% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eleanor S. Rice Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Eleanor S. Rice Elementary School's student population of 419 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
419 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Eleanor S. Rice 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 Eleanor S. Rice Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#877 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
65%
31%
White
22%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
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 (14-15)
6%
6%
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 Eleanor S. Rice Elementary School's ranking?
Eleanor S. Rice Elementary School is ranked #877 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Eleanor S. Rice Elementary School often compared to?
Eleanor S. Rice Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mathews Elementary School, Lakeview Elementary School, Merrywood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Eleanor S. Rice Elementary School?
419 students attend Eleanor S. Rice Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Eleanor S. Rice Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eleanor S. Rice Elementary School?
Eleanor S. Rice Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Eleanor S. Rice Elementary School offer ?
Eleanor S. Rice Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Eleanor S. Rice Elementary School part of?
Eleanor S. Rice Elementary School is part of Greenwood 50 School District.
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