Serving 743 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wateree Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 51% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 743 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wateree Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Wateree Elementary School's student population of 743 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
743 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wateree Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wateree Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#334 out of 1095 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
13%
32%
White
67%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
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 Wateree Elementary School's ranking?
Wateree Elementary School is ranked #334 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Wateree Elementary School often compared to?
Wateree Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blaney Elementary School, Doby's Mill Elementary School, Lugoff Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
How many students attend Wateree Elementary School?
743 students attend Wateree Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Wateree Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wateree Elementary School?
Wateree Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wateree Elementary School offer ?
Wateree Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wateree Elementary School part of?
Wateree Elementary School is part of Kershaw 01 School District.
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