Serving 823 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gilbert 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 31% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 823 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gilbert Elementary serves the western part of its school district in Gilbert, SC, covering an area of approximately 111 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance area reaching up to 11.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gilbert Elementary School's student population of 823 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
823 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gilbert 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 Gilbert Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#818 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
66%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Gilbert Elementary School's ranking?
Gilbert Elementary School is ranked #818 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Gilbert Elementary School?
823 students attend Gilbert Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Gilbert Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gilbert Elementary School?
Gilbert Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gilbert Elementary School offer ?
Gilbert Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Gilbert Elementary School part of?
Gilbert Elementary School is part of Lexington 01 School District.
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