Serving 461 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lesslie 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 50% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lesslie Elementary serves the eastern part of Rock Hill, SC, covering an area of approximately 25 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 5.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lesslie Elementary School's student population of 461 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
461 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Lesslie 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 Lesslie Elementary School 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#461 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
10%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
52%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
22%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.5%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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 Lesslie Elementary School's ranking?
Lesslie Elementary School is ranked #461 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Lesslie Elementary School often compared to?
Lesslie Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mount Holly Elementary School, Independence Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Lesslie Elementary School?
461 students attend Lesslie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Lesslie Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lesslie Elementary School?
Lesslie Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lesslie Elementary School offer ?
Lesslie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lesslie Elementary School part of?
Lesslie Elementary School is part of York 03 School District.
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