Serving 452 students in grades 1-5, Northside Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% 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: 1-5
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Northside Elementary School's student population of 452 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
452 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northside Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northside Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#1068 out of 1154 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
13%
Black
45%
31%
White
45%
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%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northside Elementary School's ranking?
Northside Elementary School is ranked #1068 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Northside Elementary School often compared to?
Northside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forest Hills Elementary School, Hendersonville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Northside Elementary School?
452 students attend Northside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Northside Elementary School students are White, 45% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northside Elementary School?
Northside Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northside Elementary School offer ?
Northside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Northside Elementary School part of?
Northside Elementary School is part of Colleton 01 School District.
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