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#620 of 1,176 schools in SC
Lower Lee Elementary
Elementary School · Lee 01
5142 St. Charles Road, Mayesville, SC 29104
Enrollment
150
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
150
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#620 of 1,176
In district
#2 of 5
Lee 01
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Lower Lee Elementary
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About Lower Lee Elementary
Lower Lee Elementary is a public elementary school in Mayesville, SC, part of Lee 01. Lower Lee Elementary serves approximately 150 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 7.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Lower Lee Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #620 of 1,176 schools in SC.
Structured state assessment records for Lower Lee Elementary show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- SC avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 150 students, Lower Lee Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Lower Lee Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 7.5:1 students to teachers, Lower Lee 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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Lower Lee Elementary — Students at Lower Lee Elementary score 22% 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: 6.6/10.
How Lower Lee Elementary Compares
See how Lower Lee Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5142 St. Charles Road, Mayesville, SC 29104
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lower Lee Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lamar-Spaulding Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 12.4 miles away, in nearby Lamar), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOLY ANGELS ACADEMY (rated 6.8/10, 13.0 miles away, in nearby Sumter), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Liberty STEAM Charter School (rated 6.8/10, 13.6 miles away, in nearby Sumter), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mayesville, see our Mayesville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lee Central High Bishopville | 6.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Lee Central Middle Bishopville | 6.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Lee High Bishopville | 7.9 mi | — |
| Crestwood High Sumter | 9.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Dennis Elementary Bishopville | 10.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Chestnut Oaks Middle Sumter | 10.3 mi | 2.3 |
| R. E. Davis College Preparatory Academy Sumter | 12.2 mi | 2.4 |
| Pee Dee Math Sci & Tech Bishopville | 12.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Spaulding Middle Lamar | 10.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Crosswell Drive Elementary Sumter | 12.1 mi | 3.5 |
| Ebenezer Middle Sumter | 11.1 mi | 2.2 |
| CHRISTIAN PATHWAY/ STARTING STEPS SCHOOL Lamar | 11.3 mi | — |
| SUMTER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sumter | 12.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Lamar High Lamar | 11.5 mi | 9.6 |
| Lemira Elementary Sumter | 13.2 mi | 3.0 |
| HOLY ANGELS ACADEMY Sumter | 13.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Willow Drive Elementary Sumter | 12.8 mi | 2.1 |
| TRINITY DAY SCHOOL Sumter | 13.3 mi | — |
| Lamar-Spaulding Elementary Lamar | 12.4 mi | 8.9 |
| Liberty STEAM Charter School Sumter | 13.6 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29104 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,583
Median Home Value
$108,000
Median Rent
$840/mo
Population
1,559
College Educated
19%
Homeownership
62.8%
Poverty Rate
20.4%
Median Age
39.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Clay Hill Elementary Ridgeville, SC | 6.2 |
| HERITAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lexington, SC | 6.0 |
| COASTAL CHRISTIAN PREPARATORY SCHOOL Mount Pleasant, SC | 6.5 |
| JAMES ISLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Charleston, SC | 5.9 |
| McCrorey-Liston School of Technology Blair, SC | 6.5 |
| Kelly Miller Elementary Winnsboro, SC | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lower Lee Elementary
What grades does Lower Lee Elementary serve?
Lower Lee Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Lower Lee Elementary?
Lower Lee Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 150 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lower Lee Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lower Lee Elementary is 7.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lower Lee Elementary rank in SC?
Lower Lee Elementary ranks #620 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is Lower Lee Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lower Lee Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Lower Lee Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lower Lee Elementary has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Lower Lee Elementary a charter school?
No, Lower Lee Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lower Lee Elementary a Title I school?
No, Lower Lee Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lower Lee Elementary?
100.0% of students at Lower Lee 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
- 150
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Lee County
- Phone
- (803) 428-3637
Resources & Links
District
Lee 01- District Enrollment
- 1,382
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,558
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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