Serving 801 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fort Dorchester 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 49% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 801 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Fort Dorchester Elementary serves the east part of Summerville, SC, covering an area of approximately 3.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest zone edge located about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fort Dorchester Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fort Dorchester Elementary School's student population of 801 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
801 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fort Dorchester 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 Fort Dorchester Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#418 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
27%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.5%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort Dorchester Elementary School's ranking?
Fort Dorchester Elementary School is ranked #418 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Fort Dorchester Elementary School often compared to?
Fort Dorchester Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beech Hill Elementary School, Eagle Nest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Fort Dorchester Elementary School?
801 students attend Fort Dorchester Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Fort Dorchester Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fort Dorchester Elementary School?
Fort Dorchester Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fort Dorchester Elementary School offer ?
Fort Dorchester Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fort Dorchester Elementary School part of?
Fort Dorchester Elementary School is part of Dorchester 02 School District.
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