Serving 548 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Summerville Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 548 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Summerville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Summerville Elementary School's student population of 548 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
548 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Summerville Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Summerville 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
#293 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
12%
15%
Black
26%
31%
White
56%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
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 Summerville Elementary School's ranking?
Summerville Elementary School is ranked #293 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Summerville Elementary School often compared to?
Summerville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Flowertown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Summerville Elementary School?
548 students attend Summerville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Summerville Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Summerville Elementary School?
Summerville Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Summerville Elementary School offer ?
Summerville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Summerville Elementary School part of?
Summerville Elementary School is part of Dorchester 02 School District.
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