Serving 448 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Marrington 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 45-49% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than 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 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marrington Elementary School's student population of 448 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
448 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Marrington Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marrington 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
#352 out of 1154 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
16%
31%
White
60%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marrington Elementary School's ranking?
Marrington Elementary School is ranked #352 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Marrington Elementary School often compared to?
Marrington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Goose Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Marrington Elementary School?
448 students attend Marrington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Marrington Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marrington Elementary School?
Marrington Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marrington Elementary School offer ?
Marrington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Marrington Elementary School part of?
Marrington Elementary School is part of Berkeley 01 School District.
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