Very Good
#217 of 1,176 schools in SC
Top 18% in state
A. C. Moore Elementary
Elementary School · Richland 01
333 Etiwan Avenue, Columbia, SC 29205
Enrollment
224
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
224
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#217 of 1,176
In Columbia
#13 of 72
public schools
In district
#8 of 47
Richland 01
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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A. C. Moore Elementary
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About A. C. Moore Elementary
A. C. Moore Elementary is a public elementary school in Columbia, SC, part of Richland 01.
A. C. Moore Elementary serves approximately 224 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio.
A. C. Moore Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #217 of 1,176 schools in SC.
Structured state assessment records for A. C. Moore Elementary show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 5.2
- SC avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 9:1 students to teachers, A. C. Moore Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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A. C. Moore Elementary — Students at A. C. Moore Elementary score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from SC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.4/10.
How A. C. Moore Elementary Compares
See how A. C. Moore Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
333 Etiwan Avenue, Columbia, SC 29205
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering A. C. Moore Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rosewood Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF COLUMBIA (rated 8.5/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Brennen Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Columbia, see our Columbia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF COLUMBIA Columbia | 0.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Hand Middle Columbia | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Rosewood Elementary Columbia | 0.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Dreher High Columbia | 1.3 mi | 8.7 |
| SHANDON UNITED METHODIST PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Columbia | 1.3 mi | — |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Columbia | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| South Kilbourne Elementary Columbia | 1.5 mi | 3.7 |
| ST MARTIN DE PORRES SCHOOL Columbia | 1.8 mi | — |
| Richland One Charter Middle College Columbia | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| ST PETERS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Columbia | 2.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Carver-Lyon Elementary Columbia | 2.3 mi | 6.3 |
| KILBOURNE PARK BAPTIST CHURCH WEEKDAY PRESCHOOL Columbia | 2.1 mi | — |
| Brennen Elementary Columbia | 2.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Clear Dot Charter School Columbia | 2.4 mi | 5.6 |
| C. A. Johnson High Columbia | 2.6 mi | 6.5 |
| A. C. Flora High Columbia | 2.6 mi | 8.3 |
| CENTER FOR LEARNING INC Columbia | 3.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Watkins-Nance Elementary Columbia | 3.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Logan Elementary Columbia | 2.7 mi | 6.6 |
| DANIELS CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Columbia | 3.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29205 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,197
Median Home Value
$335,200
Median Rent
$1,100/mo
Population
22,757
College Educated
66.3%
Homeownership
52.5%
Avg Commute
16.5 min
Poverty Rate
18.7%
Median Age
30
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GREEN Charter School Lowcountry N. Charleston, SC | 7.7 |
| GREEN Charter School Midlands Irmo, SC | 7.8 |
| Kelly Edwards Elementary Williston, SC | 7.8 |
| Brunson Elementary Brunson, SC | 7.6 |
| Lakes and Bridges Charter School Easley, SC | 7.6 |
| Denmark-Olar Elementary Denmark, SC | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about A. C. Moore Elementary
What grades does A. C. Moore Elementary serve?
A. C. Moore Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend A. C. Moore Elementary?
A. C. Moore Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 224 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at A. C. Moore Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at A. C. Moore Elementary is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does A. C. Moore Elementary rank in SC?
A. C. Moore Elementary ranks #217 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is A. C. Moore Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
A. C. Moore Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at A. C. Moore Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, A. C. Moore Elementary has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is A. C. Moore Elementary a charter school?
No, A. C. Moore Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is A. C. Moore Elementary a Title I school?
No, A. C. Moore Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for A. C. Moore Elementary?
100.0% of students at A. C. Moore Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 224
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Richland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.8%
- Phone
- (803) 343-2910
Resources & Links
District
Richland 01- District Enrollment
- 22,123
- Schools in District
- 48
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,992
- District Rank
- #8 of 47
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