Serving 805 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rocky Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 805 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rocky Creek Elementary serves the northern part of the Lexington, SC school district, covering an attendance area of approximately 20.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rocky Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Rocky Creek Elementary School's student population of 805 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
805 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Ready to learn. Celebrate each other! Exemplify kindness, and Stay safe!
School Rankings
Rocky Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rocky Creek Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#216 out of 1118 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.5%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rocky Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Rocky Creek Elementary School is ranked #216 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Rocky Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Rocky Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Murray Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Rocky Creek Elementary School?
805 students attend Rocky Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Rocky Creek Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rocky Creek Elementary School?
Rocky Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rocky Creek Elementary School offer ?
Rocky Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rocky Creek Elementary School part of?
Rocky Creek Elementary School is part of Lexington 01 School District.
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