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#467 of 1,176 schools in SC
Top 40% in state
H. E. Corley Elementary
Elementary School · Lexington 05
1500 Chadford Road, Irmo, SC 29063
Enrollment
572
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
572
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#467 of 1,176
In Irmo
#7 of 9
public schools
In district
#15 of 22
Lexington 05
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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H. E. Corley Elementary
Elementary School in Irmo · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About H. E. Corley Elementary
H. E. Corley Elementary is a public elementary school in Irmo, SC, part of Lexington 05.
H. E. Corley Elementary serves approximately 572 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio.
H. E. Corley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #467 of 1,176 schools in SC.
Structured state assessment records for H. E. Corley Elementary show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- SC avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, H. E. Corley 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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H. E. Corley Elementary — Students at H. E. Corley Elementary score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62.9%
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: 6.1/10.
How H. E. Corley Elementary Compares
See how H. E. Corley 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
1500 Chadford Road, Irmo, SC 29063
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering H. E. Corley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lake Murray Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Chapin), which scores notably higher. Another option is Midway Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Lexington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GREEN Charter School Midlands (rated 7.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Irmo, see our Irmo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VICTORY BIBLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Irmo | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Dutch Fork Elementary Irmo | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| GREEN Charter School Midlands Irmo | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| UNION UMC KINDERGARTEN Irmo | 1.9 mi | — |
| Irmo Elementary Irmo | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Ballentine Elementary Irmo | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| River Springs Elementary Irmo | 2.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Dutch Fork Middle Irmo | 3.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Dutch Fork High Irmo | 3.2 mi | 8.1 |
| CrossRoads Intermediate Columbia | 3.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Irmo Middle Columbia | 3.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Harbison West Elementary Columbia | 3.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Nursery Road Elementary Columbia | 3.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Irmo High Columbia | 3.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Oak Pointe Elementary Irmo | 3.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Lake Murray Elementary Chapin | 4.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Leaphart Elementary Columbia | 4.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Midway Elementary Lexington | 5.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Spring Hill High Chapin | 5.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Chapin Middle Chapin | 5.8 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29063 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,147
Median Home Value
$239,300
Median Rent
$1,599/mo
Population
38,475
College Educated
46.3%
Homeownership
79.8%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
7.3%
Median Age
39.3
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alice Drive Elementary Sumter, SC | 6.8 |
| Aynor Elementary Aynor, SC | 6.8 |
| Clearwater Elementary Clearwater, SC | 6.8 |
| Forest Acres Elementary Easley, SC | 6.8 |
| James H. Hendrix Elementary Boiling Springs, SC | 6.8 |
| Lambs Elementary North Charleston, SC | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about H. E. Corley Elementary
What grades does H. E. Corley Elementary serve?
H. E. Corley Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend H. E. Corley Elementary?
H. E. Corley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 572 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at H. E. Corley Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at H. E. Corley 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 H. E. Corley Elementary rank in SC?
H. E. Corley Elementary ranks #467 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is H. E. Corley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
H. E. Corley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 H. E. Corley Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, H. E. Corley Elementary has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is H. E. Corley Elementary a charter school?
No, H. E. Corley Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is H. E. Corley Elementary a Title I school?
No, H. E. Corley Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for H. E. Corley Elementary?
62.9% of students at H. E. Corley 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
- 572
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 59
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Richland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.3%
- Phone
- (803) 476-4001
Resources & Links
District
Lexington 05- District Enrollment
- 17,278
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,799
- District Rank
- #15 of 22
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