Serving 930 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, William M. Reeves Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 58% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 930 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: William M. Reeves Elementary serves the northern part of Summerville, SC, covering an area of approximately 19.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
William M. Reeves Elementary School's student population of 930 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
930 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspire ~ Engage ~ Achieve
School Rankings
William M. Reeves Elementary School 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 William M. Reeves Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#310 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
16%
15%
Black
18%
31%
White
57%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William M. Reeves Elementary School's ranking?
William M. Reeves Elementary School is ranked #310 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend William M. Reeves Elementary School?
930 students attend William M. Reeves Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of William M. Reeves Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William M. Reeves Elementary School?
William M. Reeves Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does William M. Reeves Elementary School offer ?
William M. Reeves Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is William M. Reeves Elementary School part of?
William M. Reeves Elementary School is part of Dorchester 02 School District.
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