Serving 806 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Brennen Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 61% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 806 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brennen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Brennen Elementary School's student population of 806 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
806 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brennen Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brennen Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#247 out of 1154 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
10%
13%
Black
21%
31%
White
60%
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%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brennen Elementary School's ranking?
Brennen Elementary School is ranked #247 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Brennen Elementary School often compared to?
Brennen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rosewood Elementary School, Satchel Ford Elementary School, Brockman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Brennen Elementary School?
806 students attend Brennen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Brennen Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brennen Elementary School?
Brennen Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Brennen Elementary School offer ?
Brennen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Brennen Elementary School part of?
Brennen Elementary School is part of Richland 01 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/29/2016
Great teachers, nice campus, good PTA.
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