Serving 998 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hanahan 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 39% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 998 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hanahan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Hanahan Elementary School's student population of 998 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
998 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Creating a future we dare to imagine and making a positive difference.
School Rankings
Hanahan 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 Hanahan Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#652 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
22%
14%
Black
20%
31%
White
44%
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
59%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
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 Hanahan Elementary School's ranking?
Hanahan Elementary School is ranked #652 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Hanahan Elementary School often compared to?
Hanahan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like College Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Hanahan Elementary School?
998 students attend Hanahan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Hanahan Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hanahan Elementary School?
Hanahan Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hanahan Elementary School offer ?
Hanahan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hanahan Elementary School part of?
Hanahan Elementary School is part of Berkeley 01 School District.
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