Serving 436 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Limestone-central 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 21% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower 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 53% 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: 436 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Limestone-Central Elementary serves the west part of Gaffney, SC, encompassing an area of approximately 5.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Limestone-central Elementary School's student population of 436 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
436 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Limestone-central Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Limestone-central Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#952 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
38%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
47%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.2%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
5%
Showing 2007–2016. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Limestone-central Elementary School's ranking?
Limestone-central Elementary School is ranked #952 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Limestone-central Elementary School often compared to?
Limestone-central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like B. D. Lee Elementary School, Grassy Pond Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Limestone-central Elementary School?
436 students attend Limestone-central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Limestone-central Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Limestone-central Elementary School?
Limestone-central Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Limestone-central Elementary School offer ?
Limestone-central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Limestone-central Elementary School part of?
Limestone-central Elementary School is part of Cherokee 01 School District.
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