Serving 783 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Flowertown Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower 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 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 783 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Flowertown Elementary serves the northeast part of Summerville, SC, covering an area of approximately 4.9 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 1.4 miles and the furthest edge located 3.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Flowertown Elementary School's student population of 783 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
783 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Leading the Way: Every Student, Every Day, Through Relationships, Relevance, and Rigor.
School Rankings
Flowertown Elementary School 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 Flowertown Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#518 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
27%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.4%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Flowertown Elementary School's ranking?
Flowertown Elementary School is ranked #518 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Flowertown Elementary School often compared to?
Flowertown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Newington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Flowertown Elementary School?
783 students attend Flowertown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Flowertown Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Flowertown Elementary School?
Flowertown Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Flowertown Elementary School offer ?
Flowertown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Flowertown Elementary School part of?
Flowertown Elementary School is part of Dorchester 02 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Terrific teachers and staff. Welcoming facilities. Warm, enriching academic environment. Healthy, active PTA. Great after school program. Smiling, confident students and families.
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