Serving 305 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Keowee 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 55-59% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Keowee Elementary serves the eastern part of Seneca, SC, covering an area of approximately 52.3 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of about 10-12 minutes to the school, with the farthest distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 5.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Keowee Elementary School's student population of 305 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
305 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our Mission at Keowee Elementary School, in cooperation with home and community, is to challenge and enable every child to learn and grow academically, socially, and emotionally, within a safe and nurturing environment.
School Rankings
Keowee 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 Keowee Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#384 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
2%
31%
White
87%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.7%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Keowee Elementary School's ranking?
Keowee Elementary School is ranked #384 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Keowee Elementary School often compared to?
Keowee Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walhalla Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Keowee Elementary School?
305 students attend Keowee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Keowee Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Keowee Elementary School?
Keowee Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Keowee Elementary School offer ?
Keowee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Keowee Elementary School part of?
Keowee Elementary School is part of Oconee 01 School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Dissatisfied with 2nd and 3rd grade teacher my child has.
5 10/10/2025
Fifth grade was awful but the school was alright.
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