Serving 365 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Heath Springs Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Heath Springs Elementary School's student population of 365 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
365 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Heath Springs Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heath Springs Elementary School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#513 out of 1095 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
19%
32%
White
72%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heath Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Heath Springs Elementary School is ranked #513 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Heath Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Heath Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kershaw Elementary School, North Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
How many students attend Heath Springs Elementary School?
365 students attend Heath Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Heath Springs Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heath Springs Elementary School?
Heath Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Heath Springs Elementary School offer ?
Heath Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Heath Springs Elementary School part of?
Heath Springs Elementary School is part of Lancaster 01 School District.
School Reviews
5 8/5/2021
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