Serving 430 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Marrington 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 45-49% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 43% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), 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: 430 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marrington Elementary School's student population of 430 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
430 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marrington Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marrington Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#352 out of 1154 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
14%
13%
Black
15%
31%
White
57%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marrington Elementary School's ranking?
Marrington Elementary School is ranked #352 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Marrington Elementary School?
430 students attend Marrington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Marrington Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marrington Elementary School?
Marrington Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marrington Elementary School offer ?
Marrington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Marrington Elementary School part of?
Marrington Elementary School is part of Berkeley 01 School District.
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