Serving 420 students in grades 4-6, Waccamaw Intermediate ranks in the top 30% 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 63% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% 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: 4-6
- Enrollment: 420 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waccamaw Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Waccamaw Intermediate's student population of 420 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
420 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Waccamaw Intermediate ranks within the top 30% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waccamaw Intermediate is 0.43, 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
#235 out of 1154 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
13%
Black
18%
31%
White
73%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waccamaw Intermediate's ranking?
Waccamaw Intermediate is ranked #235 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Waccamaw Intermediate often compared to?
Waccamaw Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Coastal Montessori Charter, Waccamaw Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Waccamaw Intermediate?
420 students attend Waccamaw Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Waccamaw Intermediate students are White, 18% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waccamaw Intermediate?
Waccamaw Intermediate has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waccamaw Intermediate offer ?
Waccamaw Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Waccamaw Intermediate part of?
Waccamaw Intermediate is part of Georgetown 01 School District.
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