Serving 499 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Saxe Gotha Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 43%). 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 11:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Saxe Gotha Elementary serves the eastern part of Lexington, SC, covering an area of approximately 8.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Saxe Gotha Elementary School's student population of 499 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
499 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Let your light shine. Reach for the stars!
School Rankings
Saxe Gotha 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 Saxe Gotha Elementary School is 0.67, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#561 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
20%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.1%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
3%
Showing 2010–2021. Full 23-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 Saxe Gotha Elementary School's ranking?
Saxe Gotha Elementary School is ranked #561 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?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% 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?
499 students attend Saxe Gotha Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Saxe Gotha Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Saxe Gotha Elementary School?
Saxe Gotha Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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