Serving 256 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ruby 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 45-49% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 256 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ruby Elementary serves the northwest part of the Ruby, SC school district, encompassing approximately 93.3 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 11.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ruby Elementary School's student population of 256 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
256 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ruby 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 Ruby Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#682 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
11%
31%
White
72%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.3%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ruby Elementary School's ranking?
Ruby Elementary School is ranked #682 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Ruby Elementary School?
256 students attend Ruby Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Ruby Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ruby Elementary School?
Ruby Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ruby Elementary School offer ?
Ruby Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ruby Elementary School part of?
Ruby Elementary School is part of Chesterfield 01 School District.
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