Serving 631 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Langford Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 631 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Langford Elementary serves the northern part of Blythewood, SC, encompassing an area of approximately 36.2 square miles. Families within the attendance zone typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 4.3 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching a maximum of 8.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Langford Elementary School's student population of 631 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
631 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Langford 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 Langford Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#394 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
59%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
22%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.3%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Langford Elementary School's ranking?
Langford Elementary School is ranked #394 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Langford Elementary School often compared to?
Langford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bethel-hanberry Elementary School, Round Top Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Langford Elementary School?
631 students attend Langford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Langford Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Langford Elementary School?
Langford Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Langford Elementary School offer ?
Langford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Langford Elementary School part of?
Langford Elementary School is part of Richland 02 School District.
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