Serving 704 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Michael C. Riley 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 41% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 704 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Michael C. Riley Elementary serves the southwest part of Bluffton, SC, covering an area of approximately 7.7 square miles. Most families reside within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest distance to the edge of the zone being about 2.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Michael C. Riley Elementary School's student population of 704 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
704 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Learn, Love, Lead!
School Rankings
Michael C. Riley 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 Michael C. Riley Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#650 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
65%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
24%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
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)28.1%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Red, Gold, White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Michael C. Riley Elementary School's ranking?
Michael C. Riley Elementary School is ranked #650 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Michael C. Riley Elementary School often compared to?
Michael C. Riley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Red Cedar Elementary School, Bluffton Elementary School, Pritchardville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Michael C. Riley Elementary School?
704 students attend Michael C. Riley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Michael C. Riley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Michael C. Riley Elementary School?
Michael C. Riley Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Michael C. Riley Elementary School offer ?
Michael C. Riley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Michael C. Riley Elementary School part of?
Michael C. Riley Elementary School is part of Beaufort 01 School District.
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