Serving 504 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Lake Carolina Elementary Lower Campus ranks in the top 1% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 92% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 97% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 72%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 504 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Math Proficiency: 92%
- Reading Proficiency: 97%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Carolina Elementary Lower Campus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lake Carolina Elementary Lower Campus's student population of 504 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
504 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lake Carolina Elementary Lower Campus is 0.67, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)92%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)97%
72%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
49%
31%
White
27%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Lake Carolina Elementary Lower Campus often compared to?
Lake Carolina Elementary Lower Campusis often viewed alongside schools like Round Top Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
92% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% SC state average), while 97% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 72% SC state average).
How many students attend Lake Carolina Elementary Lower Campus?
504 students attend Lake Carolina Elementary Lower Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Lake Carolina Elementary Lower Campus students are Black, 27% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Carolina Elementary Lower Campus?
Lake Carolina Elementary Lower Campus has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lake Carolina Elementary Lower Campus offer ?
Lake Carolina Elementary Lower Campus offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lake Carolina Elementary Lower Campus part of?
Lake Carolina Elementary Lower Campus is part of Richland 02 School District.
In what neighborhood is Lake Carolina Elementary Lower Campus located?
Lake Carolina Elementary Lower Campus is located in the Lake Carolina neighborhood of Blythewood, SC.
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