Serving 884 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, St. James Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 884 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. James Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
St. James Elementary School's student population of 884 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
884 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Rankings
St. James 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 St. James Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#163 out of 1118 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
11%
15%
Black
5%
31%
White
75%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.3%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. James Elementary School's ranking?
St. James Elementary School is ranked #163 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are St. James Elementary School often compared to?
St. James Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burgess Elementary School, Ocean Bay Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend St. James Elementary School?
884 students attend St. James Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of St. James Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. James Elementary School?
St. James Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does St. James Elementary School offer ?
St. James Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is St. James Elementary School part of?
St. James Elementary School is part of Horry 01 School District.
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