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#792 of 1,176 schools in SC
Edisto Elementary
Elementary School · Orangeburg · Orangeburg, SC
An Orangeburg elementary school where students score 17 points below what's typical for similar communities.
136 Woodolive Lane, Orangeburg, SC 29515
- Math 13% proficient (2022)
- Reading 26% proficient (2022)
- 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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Students at Edisto Elementary score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
2022 EdFacts proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. SC average.
Trend
→ SteadyProficiency has held near 20% across the 3-year record (2020–2022).
Show all 3 years by subject
Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 16% (multi-year average, 2020-2022) · reading/ELA 26% (2022 EdFacts)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 4 test records from SC state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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Where Edisto Elementary sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries.
Getting around & local context
- Walk 4Car-Dependent
- Bike 26Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety: High7,492/100K
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Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Programs & students
Programs & Offerings
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brookdale ElementaryEnrollment path unverified | 8.0 | PK–5 | Not available | 245 | Compare → |
| Holly Hill ElementaryEnrollment path unverified | 7.5 | PK–5 | Not available | 342 | Compare → |
| Lockett ElementaryEnrollment path unverified | 8.9 | PK–5 | Not available | 236 | Compare → |
| St. James-gaillard ElementaryEnrollment path unverified | 7.4 | PK–5 | Not available | 237 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Orangeburg
- Schools in district
- 27
- Rank in district
- #18 of 26
- District spending per student
- $16,571NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 26.4%Census SAIPE · 2024
Edisto Elementary is listed in Orangeburg; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Edisto Elementary
Edisto Elementary is a public elementary school in Orangeburg, SC, part of Orangeburg, serving approximately 424 students in grades 3rd-5th with a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #792 of 1,176 schools in SC. State assessment records show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Edisto Elementary
What grades does Edisto Elementary serve?
Edisto Elementary serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.
How many students attend Edisto Elementary?
Edisto Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 424 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Edisto Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Edisto Elementary is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Edisto Elementary rank in SC?
Edisto Elementary ranks #792 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is Edisto Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Edisto Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Edisto Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Edisto Elementary has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).
Is Edisto Elementary a charter school?
No, Edisto Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Edisto Elementary a Title I school?
No, Edisto Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Edisto Elementary?
100.0% of students at Edisto 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.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- 3rd – 5th
- Enrollment
- 424
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Orangeburg County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.9%
- Phone
- (803) 531-7646
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2022 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2022 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2022 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2022 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Programs (AP/IB, athletics, gifted)
- CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22 · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: SY 2021–22. A newer release may be available.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2020-2022, 2022 EdFacts; directory SY 2023–24
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