Serving 887 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pritchardville Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 887 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Pritchardville Elementary serves the southwest part of Bluffton, SC, covering an area of approximately 69.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive time of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edges of the attendance zone located about 11.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pritchardville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pritchardville Elementary School's student population of 887 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
887 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
Pritchardville Elementary is a nurturing oasis where all learners will surpass expectations and be prepared to compete at the highest global level.
School Rankings
Pritchardville Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pritchardville Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#308 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Hispanic
34%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Black
8%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
White
51%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-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 Pritchardville Elementary School's ranking?
Pritchardville Elementary School is ranked #308 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Pritchardville Elementary School often compared to?
Pritchardville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like River Ridge Academy, Bluffton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Pritchardville Elementary School?
887 students attend Pritchardville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Pritchardville Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pritchardville Elementary School?
Pritchardville Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pritchardville Elementary School offer ?
Pritchardville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pritchardville Elementary School part of?
Pritchardville Elementary School is part of Beaufort 01 School District.
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