Serving 673 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Round Top Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% 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-5
- Enrollment: 673 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Round Top Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Round Top Elementary School's student population of 673 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
673 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Round Top Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Round Top Elementary School is 0.68, which is more 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
#215 out of 1154 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
11%
13%
Black
42%
31%
White
37%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Round Top Elementary School's ranking?
Round Top Elementary School is ranked #215 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Round Top Elementary School often compared to?
Round Top Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Carolina Elementary Lower Campus by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Round Top Elementary School?
673 students attend Round Top Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Round Top Elementary School students are Black, 37% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Round Top Elementary School?
Round Top Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Round Top Elementary School offer ?
Round Top Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Round Top Elementary School part of?
Round Top Elementary School is part of Richland 02 School District.
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