Serving 224 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Olanta 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 25-29% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% 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: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 224 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Olanta Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Olanta Elementary School's student population of 224 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
224 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Olanta 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 Olanta Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#886 out of 1154 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
13%
Black
54%
31%
White
36%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olanta Elementary School's ranking?
Olanta Elementary School is ranked #886 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Olanta Elementary School?
224 students attend Olanta Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Olanta Elementary School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Olanta Elementary School?
Olanta Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Olanta Elementary School offer ?
Olanta Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Olanta Elementary School part of?
Olanta Elementary School is part of Florence 03 School District.
School Reviews
5 1/28/2021
Great family oriented school with staff who care about the students and their families. It's a school where you never want to leave. My children are provided opportunities to grow in different areas. They have dance lesson, environmental science, coding, Spanish, and other classes that most elementary schools don't offer.
5 3/10/2018
Olanta Creative Arts and Science Magnet School is a great family and community oriented public school focused on the standards while ensuring student exploration in colleges and careers with such activities as weekly club days, free afterschool care with club offerings as well, and art infusion music and dance lessons. The school has its on Steel Drum Band, Dance Company, and Chorus just to name a few opportunities for students. Enrollment is not limited to a certain zone and transportation is available.
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