Serving 559 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Sandy Run 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 28% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (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 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 559 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sandy Run School serves the northwest part of Swansea, SC, covering an area of approximately 157.9 square miles. Families within this attendance zone typically have a drive time of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 14.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sandy Run School's student population of 559 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
559 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sandy Run 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 Sandy Run School is 0.57, 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
#848 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
38%
31%
White
54%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.5%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandy Run School's ranking?
Sandy Run School is ranked #848 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?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Sandy Run School?
559 students attend Sandy Run School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Sandy Run School students are White, 38% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sandy Run School?
Sandy Run School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sandy Run School offer ?
Sandy Run School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sandy Run School part of?
Sandy Run School is part of Calhoun 01 School District.
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