Serving 819 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Van Wyck Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (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 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 819 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Van Wyck Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Van Wyck Elementary School's student population of 819 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
819 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Van Wyck 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 Van Wyck Elementary School is 0.59, which is less 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
#164 out of 1154 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
13%
14%
Black
12%
31%
White
61%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Van Wyck Elementary School's ranking?
Van Wyck Elementary School is ranked #164 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Van Wyck Elementary School often compared to?
Van Wyck Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Buford Elementary School, Indian Land Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Van Wyck Elementary School?
819 students attend Van Wyck Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Van Wyck Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Van Wyck Elementary School?
Van Wyck Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Van Wyck Elementary School offer ?
Van Wyck Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Van Wyck Elementary School part of?
Van Wyck Elementary School is part of Lancaster 01 School District.
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