Serving 1,047 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Waccamaw Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher 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 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,047 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Waccamaw Elementary serves the southeast part of Conway, SC, covering an area of approximately 47.1 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive from the school, with the furthest distance to the zone's edge being about 12.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waccamaw Elementary School's student population of 1,047 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,047 students
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
School Rankings
Waccamaw Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waccamaw Elementary School is 0.67, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#427 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
23%
15%
Black
18%
31%
White
49%
46%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.7%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #427 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Waccamaw Elementary School often compared to?
Waccamaw Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Conway Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Waccamaw Elementary School?
1,047 students attend Waccamaw Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Waccamaw Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waccamaw Elementary School?
Waccamaw Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waccamaw Elementary School offer ?
Waccamaw Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waccamaw Elementary School part of?
Waccamaw Elementary School is part of Horry 01 School District.
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