Serving 588 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Redcliffe 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 32% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 588 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Redcliffe Elementary School's student population of 588 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
588 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Redcliffe 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 Redcliffe Elementary School is 0.68, which is more 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
#743 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
13%
15%
Black
35%
31%
White
42%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.8%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Redcliffe Elementary School's ranking?
Redcliffe Elementary School is ranked #743 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?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Redcliffe Elementary School?
588 students attend Redcliffe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Redcliffe Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Redcliffe Elementary School?
Redcliffe Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Redcliffe Elementary School offer ?
Redcliffe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Redcliffe Elementary School part of?
Redcliffe Elementary School is part of Aiken 01 School District.
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