Serving 927 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pee Dee Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 927 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pee Dee Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pee Dee Elementary School's student population of 927 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
927 students
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
School Rankings
Pee Dee 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 Pee Dee 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
#589 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
24%
15%
Black
19%
31%
White
49%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pee Dee Elementary School's ranking?
Pee Dee Elementary School is ranked #589 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Pee Dee Elementary School often compared to?
Pee Dee Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carolina Forest Elementary School, Aynor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Pee Dee Elementary School?
927 students attend Pee Dee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Pee Dee Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pee Dee Elementary School?
Pee Dee Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pee Dee Elementary School offer ?
Pee Dee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pee Dee Elementary School part of?
Pee Dee Elementary School is part of Horry 01 School District.
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