Serving 71 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rosenwald 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 20-24% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% 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: 71 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rosenwald Elementary/Middle serves the northeast part of Society Hill, SC, covering an area of approximately 84.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.7 miles from the school to the nearest edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rosenwald Elementary School's student population of 71 students has declined by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
71 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rosenwald 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 Rosenwald Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#973 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
73%
31%
White
10%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.9%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rosenwald Elementary School's ranking?
Rosenwald Elementary School is ranked #973 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Rosenwald Elementary School?
71 students attend Rosenwald Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Rosenwald Elementary School students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rosenwald Elementary School?
Rosenwald Elementary School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rosenwald Elementary School offer ?
Rosenwald Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rosenwald Elementary School part of?
Rosenwald Elementary School is part of Darlington 01 School District.
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