Serving 833 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Knightsville 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% (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 13:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 833 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Knightsville Elementary serves the northern part of Summerville, SC, covering an area of approximately 17.5 square miles. Most families within the attendance zone typically live 5 to 10 minutes from the school, with an average distance of 2.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Knightsville Elementary School's student population of 833 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
833 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Knightsville 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 Knightsville Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#392 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
14%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
23%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
52%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.5%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Champ
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Knightsville Elementary School's ranking?
Knightsville Elementary School is ranked #392 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Knightsville Elementary School often compared to?
Knightsville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beech Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% 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 Knightsville Elementary School?
833 students attend Knightsville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Knightsville Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Knightsville Elementary School?
Knightsville Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Knightsville Elementary School offer ?
Knightsville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Knightsville Elementary School part of?
Knightsville Elementary School is part of Dorchester 02 School District.
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