Below Average
#934 of 1,176 schools in SC
St. John's Elementary
Elementary School · Darlington 01
140 Park Street, Darlington, SC 29532
Enrollment
567
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
567
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#934 of 1,176
In Darlington
#7 of 7
public schools
In district
#16 of 18
Darlington 01
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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St. John's Elementary
Elementary School in Darlington · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St. John's Elementary
St. John's Elementary is a public elementary school in Darlington, SC, part of Darlington 01. St.
John's Elementary serves approximately 567 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St. John's Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #934 of 1,176 schools in SC.
Structured state assessment records for St. John's Elementary show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 6.2
- SC avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at St. John's 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
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St. John's Elementary — Students at St. John's Elementary score 32% 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: 2.7/10.
How St. John's Elementary Compares
See how St. John's 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
140 Park Street, Darlington, SC 29532
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St. John's Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST ANTHONY CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Florence), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lucy T. Davis Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Florence), which scores notably higher. Additionally, J. L. Cain Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Darlington, see our Darlington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Darlington High Darlington | 0.9 mi | 8.9 |
| Mayo High For Math Science & Technology Darlington | 1.0 mi | 8.7 |
| J. L. Cain Elementary Darlington | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Brockington Elementary Darlington | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Pate Elementary Darlington | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Darlington | 3.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Darlington Middle Darlington | 3.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Virtus Academy of South Carolina Florence | 5.6 mi | 5.9 |
| TRINITY COLLEGIATE SCHOOL Darlington | 5.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Lucy T. Davis Elementary Florence | 7.0 mi | 7.8 |
| John W. Moore Middle Florence | 7.2 mi | 4.5 |
| ST ANTHONY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Florence | 8.0 mi | 8.7 |
| West Florence High Florence | 8.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Carver Elementary Florence | 8.1 mi | 5.5 |
| THE KING'S ACADEMY Florence | 9.1 mi | 5.8 |
| R.N. Beck Child Development Center Florence | 8.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Henry L. Sneed Middle Florence | 9.5 mi | 4.6 |
| MARANATHA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Florence | 9.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Williams Middle Florence | 8.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Delmae Heights Elementary Florence | 9.7 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29532 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,810
Median Home Value
$120,400
Median Rent
$885/mo
Population
20,272
College Educated
15.1%
Homeownership
63.5%
Avg Commute
20.3 min
Poverty Rate
18.8%
Median Age
43.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Dennis Elementary Bishopville, SC | 4.6 |
| Easterling Primary Marion, SC | 4.6 |
| Ebinport Elementary Rock Hill, SC | 4.6 |
| Greenwood Elementary Florence, SC | 4.6 |
| H. B. Rhame Elementary Columbia, SC | 4.6 |
| Henry Timrod Elementary Florence, SC | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St. John's Elementary
What grades does St. John's Elementary serve?
St. John's Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend St. John's Elementary?
St. John's Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 567 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St. John's Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at St. John's Elementary is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does St. John's Elementary rank in SC?
St. John's Elementary ranks #934 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is St. John's Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
St. John's Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 St. John's Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, St. John's Elementary has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is St. John's Elementary a charter school?
No, St. John's Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is St. John's Elementary a Title I school?
No, St. John's Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for St. John's Elementary?
100.0% of students at St. John's 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
- 567
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Darlington County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.7%
- Phone
- (843) 398-5130
Resources & Links
District
Darlington 01- District Enrollment
- 8,862
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,420
- District Rank
- #16 of 18
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