Serving 666 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Catawba Trail Elementary School 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 62% (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 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 666 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Catawba Trail Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Catawba Trail Elementary School's student population of 666 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
666 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Catawba Trail Elementary School 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 Catawba Trail Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#247 out of 1154 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
25%
14%
Black
46%
31%
White
21%
47%
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
48%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
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 Catawba Trail Elementary School's ranking?
Catawba Trail Elementary School is ranked #247 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Catawba Trail Elementary School often compared to?
Catawba Trail Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bookman Road 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 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Catawba Trail Elementary School?
666 students attend Catawba Trail Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Catawba Trail Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Catawba Trail Elementary School?
Catawba Trail Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Catawba Trail Elementary School offer ?
Catawba Trail Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Catawba Trail Elementary School part of?
Catawba Trail Elementary School is part of Richland 02 School District.
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