Serving 841 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kings Town Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 841 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kings Town Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kings Town Elementary School's student population of 841 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
841 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kings Town 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 Kings Town Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#116 out of 1154 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
2%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
7%
31%
White
66%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
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 Kings Town Elementary School's ranking?
Kings Town Elementary School is ranked #116 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Kings Town Elementary School often compared to?
Kings Town Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gold Hill Elementary School, Riverview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Kings Town Elementary School?
841 students attend Kings Town Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Kings Town Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kings Town Elementary School?
Kings Town Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kings Town Elementary School offer ?
Kings Town Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Kings Town Elementary School part of?
Kings Town Elementary School is part of York 04 School District.
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