Serving 388 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Harold C. Johnson 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 30-34% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harold C. Johnson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Harold C. Johnson Elementary School's student population of 388 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
388 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is to cultivate a service-oriented community of learners who strive for personal growth and excellence as communicators, collaborators, creators, and critical thinkers.
School Rankings
Harold C. Johnson 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 Harold C. Johnson Elementary School is 0.67, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#837 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
15%
15%
Black
24%
31%
White
50%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harold C. Johnson Elementary School's ranking?
Harold C. Johnson Elementary School is ranked #837 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Harold C. Johnson Elementary School often compared to?
Harold C. Johnson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cotton Belt Elementary School, Griggs Road Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Harold C. Johnson Elementary School?
388 students attend Harold C. Johnson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Harold C. Johnson Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harold C. Johnson Elementary School?
Harold C. Johnson Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harold C. Johnson Elementary School offer ?
Harold C. Johnson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harold C. Johnson Elementary School part of?
Harold C. Johnson Elementary School is part of York 01 School District.
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