Serving 535 students in grades 3-5, Lake Carolina Elementary Upper Campus 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 58% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (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 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 535 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Carolina Elementary Upper Campus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Lake Carolina Elementary Upper Campus's student population of 535 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
535 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lake Carolina Elementary Upper Campus 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 Lake Carolina Elementary Upper Campus is 0.65, 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
#312 out of 1154 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
10%
13%
Black
51%
31%
White
27%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Carolina Elementary Upper Campus's ranking?
Lake Carolina Elementary Upper Campus is ranked #312 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Lake Carolina Elementary Upper Campus often compared to?
Lake Carolina Elementary Upper Campusis often viewed alongside schools like Sandlapper Elementary School, Lake Carolina Elementary Lower Campus by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Lake Carolina Elementary Upper Campus?
535 students attend Lake Carolina Elementary Upper Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Lake Carolina Elementary Upper Campus students are Black, 27% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Carolina Elementary Upper Campus?
Lake Carolina Elementary Upper Campus has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lake Carolina Elementary Upper Campus offer ?
Lake Carolina Elementary Upper Campus offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Carolina Elementary Upper Campus part of?
Lake Carolina Elementary Upper Campus is part of Richland 02 School District.
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