Serving 698 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Saxe Gotha Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (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 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 698 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saxe Gotha Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Saxe Gotha Elementary School's student population of 698 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
698 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Saxe Gotha Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Saxe Gotha Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#553 out of 1154 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
12%
12%
Black
16%
32%
White
60%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saxe Gotha Elementary School's ranking?
Saxe Gotha Elementary School is ranked #553 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Saxe Gotha Elementary School?
698 students attend Saxe Gotha Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Saxe Gotha Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Saxe Gotha Elementary School?
Saxe Gotha Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Saxe Gotha Elementary School offer ?
Saxe Gotha Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Saxe Gotha Elementary School part of?
Saxe Gotha Elementary School is part of Lexington 01 School District.
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