Serving 461 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Coosa Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% 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: 461 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Coosa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Coosa Elementary School's student population of 461 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
461 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Coosa Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Coosa Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#81 out of 1154 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
10%
13%
Black
18%
31%
White
64%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coosa Elementary School's ranking?
Coosa Elementary School is ranked #81 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Coosa Elementary School often compared to?
Coosa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lady's Island Elementary School, Okatie Elementary School, Broad River Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Coosa Elementary School?
461 students attend Coosa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Coosa Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Coosa Elementary School?
Coosa Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Coosa Elementary School offer ?
Coosa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Coosa Elementary School part of?
Coosa Elementary School is part of Beaufort 01 School District.
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