Very Good
#264 of 1,176 schools in SC
Top 22% in state
Royall Elementary
Elementary School · Florence 01
1101 Cheraw Drive, Florence, SC 29501
Enrollment
488
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
488
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#264 of 1,176
In Florence
#5 of 21
public schools
In district
#5 of 23
Florence 01
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Royall Elementary
Elementary School in Florence · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Royall Elementary
Royall Elementary is a public elementary school in Florence, SC, part of Florence 01. Royall Elementary serves approximately 488 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Royall Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #264 of 1,176 schools in SC.
Structured state assessment records for Royall Elementary show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 5.4
- SC avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Royall Elementary — Students at Royall Elementary score 63% proficient, which is above 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: 6.0/10.
How Royall Elementary Compares
See how Royall 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
1101 Cheraw Drive, Florence, SC 29501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Royall Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST ANTHONY CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF FLORENCE (rated 7.1/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Briggs Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Florence, see our Florence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development Center at Woods Road Florence | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Briggs Elementary Florence | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| CALVARY BAPTIST KINDERGARTEN Florence | 0.7 mi | — |
| HIGHLAND PARK KINDERGARTEN Florence | 0.9 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF FLORENCE Florence | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| R.N. Beck Child Development Center Florence | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Carver Elementary Florence | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| MARANATHA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Florence | 1.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Delmae Heights Elementary Florence | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| West Florence High Florence | 2.1 mi | 8.1 |
| ST ANTHONY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Florence | 2.3 mi | 8.7 |
| FLORENCE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Florence | 2.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Williams Middle Florence | 2.7 mi | 5.9 |
| North Vista Elementary Florence | 2.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Savannah Grove Elementary Effingham | 3.0 mi | 4.9 |
| McLaurin Elementary Florence | 2.7 mi | 5.5 |
| South Florence High Florence | 3.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Southside Middle Florence | 3.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Henry L. Sneed Middle Florence | 3.5 mi | 4.6 |
| John W. Moore Middle Florence | 3.8 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,618
Median Home Value
$220,800
Median Rent
$995/mo
Population
47,259
College Educated
33%
Homeownership
63%
Avg Commute
19.4 min
Poverty Rate
13%
Median Age
37.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Royall Elementary
What grades does Royall Elementary serve?
Royall Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Royall Elementary?
Royall Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 488 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Royall Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Royall Elementary is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Royall Elementary rank in SC?
Royall Elementary ranks #264 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is Royall Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Royall Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Royall Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Royall Elementary has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Royall Elementary a charter school?
No, Royall Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Royall Elementary a Title I school?
No, Royall Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Royall Elementary?
100.0% of students at Royall 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 488
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Florence County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.7%
- Phone
- (843) 664-8167
Resources & Links
District
Florence 01- District Enrollment
- 15,910
- Schools in District
- 24
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,162
- District Rank
- #5 of 23
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