Serving 631 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Satchel Ford 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 68% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (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 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 631 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Satchel Ford Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Satchel Ford Elementary School's student population of 631 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
631 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Satchel Ford 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 Satchel Ford Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#170 out of 1154 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
13%
Black
20%
31%
White
71%
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 (14-15)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Satchel Ford Elementary School's ranking?
Satchel Ford Elementary School is ranked #170 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Satchel Ford Elementary School often compared to?
Satchel Ford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brockman Elementary School, Brennen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Satchel Ford Elementary School?
631 students attend Satchel Ford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Satchel Ford Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Satchel Ford Elementary School?
Satchel Ford Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Satchel Ford Elementary School offer ?
Satchel Ford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Satchel Ford Elementary School part of?
Satchel Ford Elementary School is part of Richland 01 School District.
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