Serving 531 students in grades 3-5, Sangaree Intermediate 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 30% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 531 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sangaree Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sangaree Intermediate's student population of 531 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
531 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Sangaree Intermediate 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 Sangaree Intermediate is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#803 out of 1154 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
41%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%

Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%

Hispanic
15%
14%

Black
26%
31%

White
43%
47%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
67%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sangaree Intermediate's ranking?
Sangaree Intermediate is ranked #803 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Sangaree Intermediate?
531 students attend Sangaree Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Sangaree Intermediate students are White, 26% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sangaree Intermediate?
Sangaree Intermediate has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sangaree Intermediate offer ?
Sangaree Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Sangaree Intermediate part of?
Sangaree Intermediate is part of Berkeley 01 School District.
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