Serving 791 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dr. Eugene Sires 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 56% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% 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: 791 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr. Eugene Sires Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Dr. Eugene Sires Elementary School's student population of 791 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
791 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Rankings
Dr. Eugene Sires Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr. Eugene Sires Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#382 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
14%
15%
Black
31%
31%
White
42%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Eugene Sires Elementary School's ranking?
Dr. Eugene Sires Elementary School is ranked #382 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Dr. Eugene Sires Elementary School often compared to?
Dr. Eugene Sires Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beech Hill Elementary School, Oakbrook Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Dr. Eugene Sires Elementary School?
791 students attend Dr. Eugene Sires Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Dr. Eugene Sires Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr. Eugene Sires Elementary School?
Dr. Eugene Sires Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dr. Eugene Sires Elementary School offer ?
Dr. Eugene Sires Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dr. Eugene Sires Elementary School part of?
Dr. Eugene Sires Elementary School is part of Dorchester 02 School District.
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