Serving 198 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Olanta 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 30-34% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 198 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Olanta Elementary serves the west part of its school district in Olanta, SC, covering an area of approximately 42.7 square miles. Most families are typically about 10-12 minutes away from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located around 6.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Olanta Elementary School's student population of 198 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
198 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Olanta 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 Olanta Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#837 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Black
60%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
33%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.2%
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 (15-16)
3%
5%
Showing 2006–2016. View full 18-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 Olanta Elementary School's ranking?
Olanta Elementary School is ranked #837 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Olanta Elementary School?
198 students attend Olanta Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Olanta Elementary School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Olanta Elementary School?
Olanta Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Olanta Elementary School offer ?
Olanta Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Olanta Elementary School part of?
Olanta Elementary School is part of Florence 03 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Olanta Creative Arts and Science Magnet School is a great family and community oriented public school focused on the standards while ensuring student exploration in colleges and careers with such activities as weekly club days, free afterschool care with club offerings as well, and art infusion music and dance lessons. The school has its on Steel Drum Band, Dance Company, and Chorus just to name a few opportunities for students. Enrollment is not limited to a certain zone and transportation is available.
5 10/10/2025
Great family oriented school with staff who care about the students and their families. It's a school where you never want to leave. My children are provided opportunities to grow in different areas. They have dance lesson, environmental science, coding, Spanish, and other classes that most elementary schools don't offer.
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