Serving 341 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Great Falls Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 341 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Great Falls Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Great Falls Elementary School's student population of 341 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
341 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Great Falls Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Great Falls Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#700 out of 1154 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
42%
31%
White
45%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
5%
5%
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 Great Falls Elementary School's ranking?
Great Falls Elementary School is ranked #700 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Great Falls Elementary School often compared to?
Great Falls Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chester Park Elementary School Of Literacy And Technology, Lewisville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Great Falls Elementary School?
341 students attend Great Falls Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Great Falls Elementary School students are White, 42% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Great Falls Elementary School?
Great Falls Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Great Falls Elementary School offer ?
Great Falls Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Great Falls Elementary School part of?
Great Falls Elementary School is part of Chester 01 School District.
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