Serving 578 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Satchel Ford 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 62% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 578 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Satchel Ford Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Satchel Ford Elementary School's student population of 578 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
578 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Satchel Ford Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Satchel Ford Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#178 out of 1095 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
24%
32%
White
68%
48%
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%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Satchel Ford Elementary School's ranking?
Satchel Ford Elementary School is ranked #178 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Satchel Ford Elementary School often compared to?
Satchel Ford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brockman Elementary School, Brennen Elementary School, Rosewood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
How many students attend Satchel Ford Elementary School?
578 students attend Satchel Ford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Satchel Ford Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Satchel Ford Elementary School?
Satchel Ford Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Satchel Ford Elementary School offer ?
Satchel Ford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Satchel Ford Elementary School part of?
Satchel Ford Elementary School is part of Richland 01 School District.
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