Serving 461 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Waccamaw 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 65-69% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waccamaw Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Waccamaw Elementary School's student population of 461 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
461 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Waccamaw Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waccamaw Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#136 out of 1095 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
23%
32%
White
69%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waccamaw Elementary School's ranking?
Waccamaw Elementary School is ranked #136 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Waccamaw Elementary School often compared to?
Waccamaw Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coastal Montessori Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
How many students attend Waccamaw Elementary School?
461 students attend Waccamaw Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Waccamaw Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waccamaw Elementary School?
Waccamaw Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waccamaw Elementary School offer ?
Waccamaw Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Waccamaw Elementary School part of?
Waccamaw Elementary School is part of Georgetown 01 School District.
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