Serving 721 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Satchel Ford 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 68% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher 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 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 721 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Satchel Ford Elementary serves the northwest part of Columbia, SC, covering an area of approximately 5.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Satchel Ford Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Satchel Ford Elementary School's student population of 721 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
721 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Satchel Ford 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 Satchel Ford Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#181 out of 1118 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
21%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.2%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
6%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 17-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 Satchel Ford Elementary School's ranking?
Satchel Ford Elementary School is ranked #181 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Satchel Ford Elementary School often compared to?
Satchel Ford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brennen Elementary School, Brockman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Satchel Ford Elementary School?
721 students attend Satchel Ford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Satchel Ford Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Satchel Ford Elementary School?
Satchel Ford Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Satchel Ford Elementary School offer ?
Satchel Ford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Satchel Ford Elementary School part of?
Satchel Ford Elementary School is part of Richland 01 School District.
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