Serving 510 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Harbison West 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 50% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 510 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harbison West Elementary serves the southeast part of Columbia, SC, covering an area of approximately 3.4 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harbison West Elementary School's student population of 510 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
510 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harbison West 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 Harbison West Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#445 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
56%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
22%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
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)18.6%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
5%
Showing 2007–2016. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Gifted and Talent Development Magnet / Title 1 School
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harbison West Elementary School's ranking?
Harbison West Elementary School is ranked #445 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Harbison West Elementary School often compared to?
Harbison West Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Irmo Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Harbison West Elementary School?
510 students attend Harbison West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Harbison West Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harbison West Elementary School?
Harbison West Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harbison West Elementary School offer ?
Harbison West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harbison West Elementary School part of?
Harbison West Elementary School is part of Lexington 05 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
this is a wounderful school. The teachers here are the best. This is the school I want my kids to go to when the time comes.
Ps. I will always remember what fun I had when I was here.
5 10/10/2025
This school looks great
4 10/10/2025
Escaroles is an excellent Academic Magnet school with some of the best and dedicated educators in the district. Additionally, the Admin and support staff goes beyond their jobs in ensuring the school properly operated. My child has made lifelong friends in that program while learning at an accelerated pace.
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