Serving 125 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rafting Creek 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 20-29% (which is lower 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 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 125 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rafting Creek Elementary serves the northwest part of Rembert, SC, covering an attendance area of approximately 84.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rafting Creek Elementary School's student population of 125 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
125 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Rafting Creek 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 Rafting Creek Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#905 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
10%
15%
Black
83%
31%
White
5%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.8%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rafting Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Rafting Creek Elementary School is ranked #905 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Rafting Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Rafting Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cherryvale Elementary School, Oakland Primary by visitors of our site.
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 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Rafting Creek Elementary School?
125 students attend Rafting Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Rafting Creek Elementary School students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rafting Creek Elementary School?
Rafting Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rafting Creek Elementary School offer ?
Rafting Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rafting Creek Elementary School part of?
Rafting Creek Elementary School is part of Sumter 01 School District.
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