Serving 795 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tega Cay Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 795 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tega Cay Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Tega Cay Elementary School's student population of 795 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
795 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Rankings
Tega Cay Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tega Cay Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#61 out of 1118 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
13%
2%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
4%
31%
White
66%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tega Cay Elementary School's ranking?
Tega Cay Elementary School is ranked #61 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Tega Cay Elementary School often compared to?
Tega Cay Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gold Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Tega Cay Elementary School?
795 students attend Tega Cay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Tega Cay Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tega Cay Elementary School?
Tega Cay Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tega Cay Elementary School offer ?
Tega Cay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tega Cay Elementary School part of?
Tega Cay Elementary School is part of York 04 School District.
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