Serving 251 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Varnville Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-59% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (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 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 251 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Varnville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Varnville Elementary School's student population of 251 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
251 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Varnville Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Varnville Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#319 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
59%
31%
White
28%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Varnville Elementary School's ranking?
Varnville Elementary School is ranked #319 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Varnville Elementary School?
251 students attend Varnville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Varnville Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Varnville Elementary School?
Varnville Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Varnville Elementary School offer ?
Varnville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Varnville Elementary School part of?
Varnville Elementary School is part of Hampton School District.
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