Very Good
#338 of 1,176 schools in SC
Top 29% in state
Based on limited data
Richard Carroll Elementary
Elementary School · Bamberg 03
1980 Main Highway, Bamberg, SC 29003
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on SC statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
647
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
647
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#338 of 1,176
In Bamberg
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
Bamberg 03
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Richard Carroll Elementary
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About Richard Carroll Elementary
Richard Carroll Elementary is a public elementary school in Bamberg, SC, part of Bamberg 03. Richard Carroll Elementary serves approximately 647 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Richard Carroll Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #338 of 1,176 schools in SC.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.6
- SC avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Richard Carroll 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.
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 Richard Carroll Elementary Compares
See how Richard Carroll Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1980 Main Highway, Bamberg, SC 29003
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Richard Carroll Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Denmark-Olar Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Denmark), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Macedonia Elementary-Middle (rated 7.8/10, 13.9 miles away, in nearby Blackville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Edisto Primary (rated 5.8/10, 11.0 miles away, in nearby Cordova), a more accessible option. For more schools in Bamberg, see our Bamberg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bamberg-Ehrhardt High Bamberg | 0.8 mi | — |
| Bamberg-Ehrhardt Middle Bamberg | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Denmark Olar High Denmark | 5.1 mi | — |
| Denmark-Olar Middle Denmark | 5.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Denmark-Olar Elementary Denmark | 5.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Carver Edisto Middle Cope | 7.3 mi | 5.1 |
| ANDREW JACKSON ACADEMY Elshardt | 8.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Edisto High Cordova | 10.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Edisto Primary Cordova | 11.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Edisto Elementary Orangeburg | 11.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Hunter-Kinard-Tyler High Neeses | 14.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Hunter-Kinard-Tyler Elementary Neeses | 14.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Blackville-Hilda High Blackville | 13.6 mi | — |
| Macedonia Elementary-Middle Blackville | 13.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Mellichamp Elementary Orangeburg | 15.2 mi | 2.2 |
| BARNWELL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Blackville | 14.2 mi | 5.5 |
| ORANGEBURG CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Orangeburg | 15.7 mi | 4.4 |
| FIRST SOUTHERN METHODIST CHR & WESLEY CHRISTIAN SC Orangeburg | 16.3 mi | 7.4 |
| CALVARY FELLOWSHIP MENNONITE Blackville | 14.9 mi | — |
| Branchville High Branchville | 14.9 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29003 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,341
Median Home Value
$101,500
Median Rent
$825/mo
Population
5,616
College Educated
18.5%
Homeownership
76.6%
Poverty Rate
23.5%
Median Age
49.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bennettsville Primary Bennettsville, SC | 7.3 |
| Clinton Elementary Clinton, SC | 7.3 |
| Cowpens Elementary Cowpens, SC | 7.3 |
| Fair-Oak Elementary Westminster, SC | 7.3 |
| Gateway Elementary Travelers Rest, SC | 7.3 |
| Greenbrier Elementary Greenville, SC | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Richard Carroll Elementary
What grades does Richard Carroll Elementary serve?
Richard Carroll Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Richard Carroll Elementary?
Richard Carroll Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 647 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Richard Carroll Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Richard Carroll Elementary is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Richard Carroll Elementary rank in SC?
Richard Carroll Elementary ranks #338 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is Richard Carroll Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Richard Carroll Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Richard Carroll Elementary a charter school?
No, Richard Carroll Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Richard Carroll Elementary a Title I school?
No, Richard Carroll Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Richard Carroll Elementary?
100.0% of students at Richard Carroll 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 647
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Bamberg County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.5%
- Phone
- (803) 245-3043
Resources & Links
District
Bamberg 03- District Enrollment
- 1,767
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,483
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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