Serving 317 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hyatt Park 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 10-14% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (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 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hyatt Park Elementary serves the northwest part of Columbia, SC, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hyatt Park Elementary School's student population of 317 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
317 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Hyatt Park 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 Hyatt Park Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#1107 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
88%
31%
White
3%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.4%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hyatt Park Elementary School's ranking?
Hyatt Park Elementary School is ranked #1107 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Hyatt Park Elementary School?
317 students attend Hyatt Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Hyatt Park Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hyatt Park Elementary School?
Hyatt Park Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hyatt Park Elementary School offer ?
Hyatt Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hyatt Park Elementary School part of?
Hyatt Park Elementary School is part of Richland 01 School District.
In what neighborhood is Hyatt Park Elementary School located?
Hyatt Park Elementary School is located in the Midtown Downtown neighborhood of Columbia, SC. There are 5 other public schools located in Midtown Downtown.
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