Serving 415 students in grades 4-6, Waccamaw Intermediate ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (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 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Waccamaw Intermediate serves the eastern part of Pawleys Island, SC, covering an area of approximately 117.5 square miles. Most students live within a 15-20 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 8.5 miles to the zone's edge and some residing as far as 19.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waccamaw Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Waccamaw Intermediate's student population of 415 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
415 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waccamaw Intermediate 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 Waccamaw Intermediate is 0.38, 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
#238 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.2%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waccamaw Intermediate's ranking?
Waccamaw Intermediate is ranked #238 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Waccamaw Intermediate often compared to?
Waccamaw Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Waccamaw Elementary School, Coastal Montessori Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Waccamaw Intermediate?
415 students attend Waccamaw Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Waccamaw Intermediate students are White, 15% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waccamaw Intermediate?
Waccamaw Intermediate has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waccamaw Intermediate offer ?
Waccamaw Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waccamaw Intermediate part of?
Waccamaw Intermediate is part of Georgetown 01 School District.
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