Serving 581 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Round Top Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% 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: 581 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Round Top Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Round Top Elementary School's student population of 581 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
581 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Round Top Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Round Top Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#213 out of 1118 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
10%
15%
Black
46%
31%
White
32%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Round Top Elementary School's ranking?
Round Top Elementary School is ranked #213 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Round Top Elementary School?
581 students attend Round Top Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Round Top Elementary School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Round Top Elementary School?
Round Top Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Round Top Elementary School offer ?
Round Top Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Round Top Elementary School part of?
Round Top Elementary School is part of Richland 02 School District.
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