Serving 596 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, St. John's Elementary 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 33% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower 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 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 596 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: St. Johns Elementary serves the northeast part of Darlington, SC, encompassing an area of approximately 65.4 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 9.1 miles and the furthest edge extending up to 12.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
St. John's Elementary School's student population of 596 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
596 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
St. John's 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 St. John's Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#815 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
52%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
33%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.2%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. John's Elementary School's ranking?
St. John's Elementary School is ranked #815 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are St. John's Elementary School often compared to?
St. John's Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like J. L. Cain Elementary School, Pate Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend St. John's Elementary School?
596 students attend St. John's Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of St. John's Elementary School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. John's Elementary School?
St. John's Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does St. John's Elementary School offer ?
St. John's Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is St. John's Elementary School part of?
St. John's Elementary School is part of Darlington 01 School District.
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