Below Average

#995 of 1,176 schools in SC

Lake View Elementary

Elementary School · Dillon 04

P.O. Box 685, Lake View, SC 29563

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

375

Student-Teacher

19.7:1

Score

4.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

375

Student-Teacher

19.7:1

Score

4.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#995 of 1,176

In Lake View

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#4 of 7

Dillon 04

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About Lake View Elementary

Lake View Elementary is a public elementary school in Lake View, SC, part of Dillon 04. Lake View Elementary serves approximately 375 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Lake View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #995 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Lake View Elementary show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts above district

4.3

This school 4.3 · Below Average
District avg 3.9
SC avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Lake View Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

31% of students at Lake View 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress4.6Below Average50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data12

Annual Change-4.03 pts/yr

Data Period2011–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics5.5Average30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected-1.8 pts

Adjusted Percentile37th

Resources & Environment1.6Needs Improvement20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio19.7:1

Per-Pupil Spending$11,856

Chronic Absenteeism30.7%

Lake View Elementary — Students at Lake View Elementary score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 42.4% (multi-year average, 2011-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 43.9% (multi-year average, 2011-2022)

School

State

N/A

Based on 24 test records from SC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2011

Math

67%

ELA

72%

2012

Math

78%

ELA

83%

2013

Math

67%

ELA

82%

2014

Math

43%

ELA

18%

2015

Math

35%

ELA

30%

2016

Math

32%

ELA

31%

2017

Math

35%

ELA

38%

2018

Math

33%

ELA

36%

2019

Math

33%

ELA

36%

2020*

Math

27%

ELA

32%

2021*

Math

27%

ELA

32%

2022

Math

32%

ELA

37%

* 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: 4.6/10.

How Lake View Elementary Compares

See how Lake View Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

4.3/10

16th percentile in SC

Academic

5.5/10

Average

Growth

4.6/10

Below Average

Environment

1.6/10

Needs Improvement

Gifted & Talented

Yes

Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

100%

Teaching Staff

20:1 student-teacher ratio

19 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

30.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available

This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

P.O. Box 685, Lake View, SC 29563

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lake View Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. North Mullins Primary (rated 7.0/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Mullins), which scores notably higher. Another option is Stewart Heights Elementary (rated 5.7/10, 13.9 miles away, in nearby Dillon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, West Columbus School (rated 5.0/10, 13.5 miles away, in nearby Cerro Gordo), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lake View, see our Lake View schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Lake View High Lake View	1.0 mi	517	6.4
North Mullins Primary Mullins	9.2 mi	371	7.0
McCormick Elementary Mullins	10.5 mi	299	4.0
Palmetto Middle Mullins	10.3 mi	296	3.6
Fairgrove Elementary School Fairmont	11.2 mi	279	3.5
Fairmont High Fairmont	11.1 mi	801	6.8
Mullins High Mullins	10.7 mi	568	7.5
Fairmont Middle Fairmont	11.9 mi	268	2.6
Rosenwald Elementary Fairmont	12.2 mi	345	4.5
Gordon Elementary Dillon	11.8 mi	444	3.0
MULLINS MARION CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mullins	13.2 mi	47	6.0
Orrum Middle Orrum	13.0 mi	301	2.8
PEE DEE ACADEMY Mullins	13.2 mi	431	3.9
East Elementary Dillon	12.5 mi	433	2.7
Dillon Middle Dillon	12.7 mi	615	3.8
MARION COUNTY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Marion	12.2 mi	7	—
Dillon High Dillon	12.8 mi	824	7.7
South Robeson Middle School Rowland	15.6 mi	344	6.0
Stewart Heights Elementary Dillon	13.9 mi	572	5.7
West Columbus School Cerro Gordo	13.5 mi	812	5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29563 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$42,614

Median Home Value

$100,700

Median Rent

$535/mo

Population

2,016

College Educated

10.6%

Homeownership

68.5%

Avg Commute

26.1 min

Poverty Rate

30.8%

Median Age

49.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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Chester Park Elementary School of Literacy and Technology Chester, SC	305	4.3
L. W. Conder Elementary Columbia, SC	472	4.3
Watkins-Nance Elementary Columbia, SC	435	4.3
Woodland Heights Elementary Spartanburg, SC	386	4.3
Alexander Elementary Greenville, SC	473	4.2
Forest Heights Elementary Columbia, SC	433	4.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lake View Elementary

What grades does Lake View Elementary serve?

Lake View Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Lake View Elementary?

Lake View Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 375 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lake View Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Lake View Elementary is 19.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lake View Elementary rank in SC?

Lake View Elementary ranks #995 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Lake View Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Lake View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Lake View Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lake View Elementary has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).

Is Lake View Elementary a charter school?

No, Lake View Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lake View Elementary a Title I school?

No, Lake View Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lake View Elementary?

100.0% of students at Lake View 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.