Serving 428 students in grades 1-5, Northside 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 24% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (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 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 428 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northside Elementary serves the southeast part of Walterboro, SC, covering an area of approximately 131.7 square miles. Families within the zone can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 41.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northside Elementary School's student population of 428 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
428 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Northside 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 Northside Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#986 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
6%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
51%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
38%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.1%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 16-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 Northside Elementary School's ranking?
Northside Elementary School is ranked #986 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Northside Elementary School often compared to?
Northside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forest Hills Elementary School, Hendersonville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Northside Elementary School?
428 students attend Northside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Northside Elementary School students are Black, 38% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northside Elementary School?
Northside Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northside Elementary School offer ?
Northside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northside Elementary School part of?
Northside Elementary School is part of Colleton 01 School District.
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