Serving 1,239 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Whitesville 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 37% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,239 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whitesville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Whitesville Elementary School's student population of 1,239 students has grown by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,239 students
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Year Founded
2025
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
Creating a future we dare to imagine and making a positive difference.
School Rankings
Whitesville Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whitesville Elementary School is 0.69, which is more 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
#727 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
14%
15%
Black
32%
31%
White
43%
46%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whitesville Elementary School's ranking?
Whitesville Elementary School is ranked #727 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Whitesville Elementary School often compared to?
Whitesville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Berkeley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Whitesville Elementary School?
1,239 students attend Whitesville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Whitesville Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whitesville Elementary School?
Whitesville Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Whitesville Elementary School offer ?
Whitesville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Whitesville Elementary School part of?
Whitesville Elementary School is part of Berkeley 01 School District.
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