Serving 486 students in grades 1-5, North Hartsville Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 51% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower 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 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 486 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Hartsville Elementary serves the northwest part of Hartsville, SC, covering an area of approximately 62.8 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 8.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Hartsville Elementary School's student population of 486 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
486 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
North Hartsville 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 North Hartsville Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#573 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
19%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
63%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
12%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.1%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Hartsville Elementary School's ranking?
North Hartsville Elementary School is ranked #573 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are North Hartsville Elementary School often compared to?
North Hartsville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thornwell School For The Arts, Mcbee Elementary School, Butler Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend North Hartsville Elementary School?
486 students attend North Hartsville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of North Hartsville Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Hartsville Elementary School?
North Hartsville Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Hartsville Elementary School offer ?
North Hartsville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Hartsville Elementary School part of?
North Hartsville Elementary School is part of Darlington 01 School District.
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