Serving 511 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Piney Woods 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 44% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 511 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Piney Woods Elementary School's student population of 511 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
511 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Piney Woods Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Piney Woods Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#477 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
6%
31%
White
82%
46%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.5%
25.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Piney Woods Elementary School's ranking?
Piney Woods Elementary School is ranked #477 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Piney Woods Elementary School?
511 students attend Piney Woods Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Piney Woods Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Piney Woods Elementary School?
Piney Woods Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Piney Woods Elementary School offer ?
Piney Woods Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Piney Woods Elementary School part of?
Piney Woods Elementary School is part of Lexington 05 School District.
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