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#508 of 1,176 schools in SC
Top 43% in state
Based on limited data
Lake City Early Childhood Center
Elementary School · Florence 03
P.O. Box 1717, Lake City, SC 29560
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on SC statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
397
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
397
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#508 of 1,176
In Lake City
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 8
Florence 03
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Lake City Early Childhood Center
Elementary School in Lake City · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Lake City High
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About Lake City Early Childhood Center
Lake City Early Childhood Center is a public elementary school in Lake City, SC, part of Florence 03. Lake City Early Childhood Center serves approximately 397 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Lake City Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #508 of 1,176 schools in SC.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 5.1
- SC avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Lake City Early Childhood Center Compares
See how Lake City Early Childhood Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
P.O. Box 1717, Lake City, SC 29560
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lake City Early Childhood Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. W.M. Anderson Primary (rated 8.9/10, 15.5 miles away, in nearby Kingstree), which scores notably higher. Another option is Scranton Elementary (rated 5.8/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Scranton), with a comparable rating. Additionally, J. C. Lynch Elementary (rated 5.8/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Coward), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lake City, see our Lake City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lake City High Lake City | 0.2 mi | 7.3 |
| J. Paul Truluck Creative Arts and Science Magnet Lake City | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Ronald E. McNair Jr. High Lake City | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| THE CAROLINA ACADEMY Lake City | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Main Street Elementary Lake City | 1.8 mi | 3.2 |
| Scranton Elementary Scranton | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| J. C. Lynch Elementary Coward | 5.6 mi | 5.8 |
| FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Effingham | 11.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Olanta Elementary Olanta | 9.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Dewey-Carter Elementary Effingham | 13.6 mi | 5.7 |
| NEW PROSPECT FWB CHURCH & CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pamplico | 12.2 mi | — |
| Kenneth Gardner Leadership Academy Kingstree | 14.6 mi | 3.8 |
| KINGSTREE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kingstree | 14.6 mi | — |
| WILLIAMSBURG ACADEMY Kingstree | 15.0 mi | 4.4 |
| PURSUIT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (FORMERLY FAITH CHRISTIA Florence | 15.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Hannah Pamplico High Pamplico | 13.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Hannah-Pamplico Elementary/Middle Pamplico | 13.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Kingstree Middle Magnet Kingstree | 15.4 mi | 4.7 |
| W.M. Anderson Primary Kingstree | 15.5 mi | 8.9 |
| WILLIAMSBURG KINDERGARTEN DAYCARE Kingstree | 15.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29560 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,421
Median Home Value
$108,000
Median Rent
$702/mo
Population
12,284
College Educated
18.7%
Homeownership
57.3%
Avg Commute
26.9 min
Poverty Rate
21.7%
Median Age
44.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Beaufort Elementary Beaufort, SC | 6.6 |
| Bethany Elementary Clover, SC | 6.6 |
| McKissick Academy of Science and Technology Easley, SC | 6.6 |
| Pine Tree Hill Elementary Camden, SC | 6.6 |
| Slater Marietta Elementary Marietta, SC | 6.6 |
| Springdale Elementary West Columbia, SC | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lake City Early Childhood Center
What grades does Lake City Early Childhood Center serve?
Lake City Early Childhood Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Lake City Early Childhood Center?
Lake City Early Childhood Center has an enrollment of approximately 397 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lake City Early Childhood Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Lake City Early Childhood Center is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lake City Early Childhood Center rank in SC?
Lake City Early Childhood Center ranks #508 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is Lake City Early Childhood Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Lake City Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Lake City Early Childhood Center a charter school?
No, Lake City Early Childhood Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lake City Early Childhood Center a Title I school?
No, Lake City Early Childhood Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lake City Early Childhood Center?
100.0% of students at Lake City Early Childhood Center 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 397
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Florence County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.8%
- Phone
- (843) 374-2353
Resources & Links
District
Florence 03- District Enrollment
- 2,908
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,537
- District Rank
- #2 of 8
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