Serving 244 students in grades 4-5, Bennettsville Intermediate 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 17% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 244 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bennettsville Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Bennettsville Intermediate's student population of 244 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 53% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
244 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bennettsville Intermediate 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 Bennettsville 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
#1072 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
78%
31%
White
12%
46%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bennettsville Intermediate's ranking?
Bennettsville Intermediate is ranked #1072 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Bennettsville Intermediate?
244 students attend Bennettsville Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Bennettsville Intermediate students are Black, 12% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bennettsville Intermediate?
Bennettsville Intermediate has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bennettsville Intermediate offer ?
Bennettsville Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bennettsville Intermediate part of?
Bennettsville Intermediate is part of Marlboro 01 School District.
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