Serving 507 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Harbison West Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 507 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harbison West Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Harbison West Elementary School's student population of 507 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
507 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harbison West Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harbison West Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#456 out of 1154 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
56%
31%
White
22%
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
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
6%
5%
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 Harbison West Elementary School's ranking?
Harbison West Elementary School is ranked #456 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Harbison West Elementary School often compared to?
Harbison West Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Irmo Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Harbison West Elementary School?
507 students attend Harbison West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Harbison West Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 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 Harbison West Elementary School?
Harbison West Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harbison West Elementary School offer ?
Harbison West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Harbison West Elementary School part of?
Harbison West Elementary School is part of Lexington 05 School District.
School Reviews
4 2/21/2019
Escaroles is an excellent Academic Magnet school with some of the best and dedicated educators in the district. Additionally, the Admin and support staff goes beyond their jobs in ensuring the school properly operated. My child has made lifelong friends in that program while learning at an accelerated pace.
5 9/9/2017
This school looks great
5 5/9/2011
this is a wounderful school. The teachers here are the best. This is the school I want my kids to go to when the time comes.
Ps. I will always remember what fun I had when I was here.
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