Needs Improvement
#1105 of 1,176 schools in SC
Edward E. Taylor Elementary
Elementary School · Richland 01
200 McRae Street, Columbia, SC 29203
Enrollment
222
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
222
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#1,105 of 1,176
In Columbia
#68 of 72
public schools
In district
#43 of 47
Richland 01
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Edward E. Taylor Elementary
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About Edward E. Taylor Elementary
Edward E. Taylor Elementary is a public elementary school in Columbia, SC, part of Richland 01. Edward E.
Taylor Elementary serves approximately 222 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Edward E. Taylor Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,105 of 1,176 schools in SC.
Structured state assessment records for Edward E. Taylor Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.2
- SC avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Edward E. Taylor Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
31% of students at Edward E. Taylor Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Edward E. Taylor Elementary — Students at Edward E. Taylor Elementary score 20% proficient, which is below 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: 1.7/10.
How Edward E. Taylor Elementary Compares
See how Edward E. Taylor 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
200 McRae Street, Columbia, SC 29203
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Edward E. Taylor Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Riverbank Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby West Columbia), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST PETERS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, 1955 (rated 6.7/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Columbia, see our Columbia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Heyward Gibbes Middle Columbia | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| MONTESSORI EARLY LEARNING CENTER Columbia | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Logan Elementary Columbia | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Hyatt Park Elementary Columbia | 1.5 mi | 3.3 |
| Eau Claire High Columbia | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| H. B. Rhame Elementary Columbia | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| St. Andrews Middle Columbia | 1.5 mi | 3.2 |
| Clear Dot Charter School Columbia | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| DANIELS CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Columbia | 2.0 mi | — |
| Columbia High Columbia | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| ST PETERS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Columbia | 2.3 mi | 7.8 |
| 1955 Columbia | 2.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Alcorn Middle Columbia | 2.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Saluda River Academy for the Arts West Columbia | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Sandel Elementary Columbia | 2.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Arden Elementary Columbia | 2.6 mi | 3.4 |
| C. A. Johnson High Columbia | 2.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Watkins-Nance Elementary Columbia | 2.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Riverbank Elementary West Columbia | 2.8 mi | 7.9 |
| BEN LIPPEN SCHOOL Columbia | 3.2 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,371
Median Home Value
$121,600
Median Rent
$1,041/mo
Population
40,811
College Educated
21.9%
Homeownership
47.9%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
28.3%
Median Age
34.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arden Elementary Columbia, SC | 3.4 |
| Bells Elementary Ruffin, SC | 3.4 |
| Thornwell School for the Arts Hartsville, SC | 3.6 |
| Waterloo Elementary Waterloo, SC | 3.4 |
| McCormick Elementary Mccormick, SC | 3.3 |
| South Kilbourne Elementary Columbia, SC | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Edward E. Taylor Elementary
What grades does Edward E. Taylor Elementary serve?
Edward E. Taylor Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Edward E. Taylor Elementary?
Edward E. Taylor Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 222 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Edward E. Taylor Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Edward E. Taylor Elementary is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Edward E. Taylor Elementary rank in SC?
Edward E. Taylor Elementary ranks #1,105 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is Edward E. Taylor Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Edward E. Taylor Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Edward E. Taylor Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Edward E. Taylor Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Edward E. Taylor Elementary a charter school?
No, Edward E. Taylor Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Edward E. Taylor Elementary a Title I school?
No, Edward E. Taylor Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Edward E. Taylor Elementary?
100.0% of students at Edward E. Taylor 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
- 222
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Richland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.6%
- Phone
- (803) 343-2974
Resources & Links
District
Richland 01- District Enrollment
- 22,123
- Schools in District
- 48
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,992
- District Rank
- #43 of 47
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