Serving 375 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lake View 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 30-34% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake View Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lake View Elementary School's student population of 375 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
375 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Lake View Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake View Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#794 out of 1154 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
37%
31%
White
44%
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
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
6%
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 is Lake View Elementary School's ranking?
Lake View Elementary School is ranked #794 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Lake View Elementary School often compared to?
Lake View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Elementary School, Gordon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Lake View Elementary School?
375 students attend Lake View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Lake View Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake View Elementary School?
Lake View Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lake View Elementary School offer ?
Lake View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lake View Elementary School part of?
Lake View Elementary School is part of Dillon 04 School District.
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