Serving 568 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Harbison West Elementary School ranks in the top 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 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harbison West Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Harbison West Elementary School's student population of 568 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
568 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harbison West Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harbison West Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#479 out of 1095 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
7%
12%
Black
61%
32%
White
22%
48%
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
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harbison West Elementary School's ranking?
Harbison West Elementary School is ranked #479 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Harbison West Elementary School often compared to?
Harbison West Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Irmo 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 39% SC state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
How many students attend Harbison West Elementary School?
568 students attend Harbison West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Harbison West Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harbison West Elementary School?
Harbison West Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harbison West Elementary School offer ?
Harbison West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Harbison West Elementary School part of?
Harbison West Elementary School is part of Lexington 05 School District.
School Reviews
4 2/21/2019
Escaroles is an excellent Academic Magnet school with some of the best and dedicated educators in the district. Additionally, the Admin and support staff goes beyond their jobs in ensuring the school properly operated. My child has made lifelong friends in that program while learning at an accelerated pace.
5 9/9/2017
This school looks great
5 5/9/2011
this is a wounderful school. The teachers here are the best. This is the school I want my kids to go to when the time comes.
Ps. I will always remember what fun I had when I was here.
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