Serving 117 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Lee Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 117 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Lee Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
West Lee Elementary School's student population of 117 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
117 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Lee Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Lee Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#1027 out of 1095 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
76%
32%
White
18%
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 (13-14)
8%
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 West Lee Elementary School's ranking?
West Lee Elementary School is ranked #1027 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are West Lee Elementary School often compared to?
West Lee Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dennis Elementary School, Lower Lee Elementary School, Wilder Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
How many students attend West Lee Elementary School?
117 students attend West Lee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of West Lee Elementary School students are Black, 18% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Lee Elementary School?
West Lee Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Lee Elementary School offer ?
West Lee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Lee Elementary School part of?
West Lee Elementary School is part of Lee 01 School District.
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