Excellent
#27 of 1,176 schools in SC
Top 2% in state
Based on limited data
W.m. Anderson Primary
Elementary School · Williamsburg 01
500 Lexington Avenue, Kingstree, SC 29556
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#27 of 1,176
In Kingstree
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 9
Williamsburg 01
Academic performance
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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W.m. Anderson Primary
Elementary School in Kingstree · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Kingstree Middle Magnet
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About W.m. Anderson Primary
W.m. Anderson Primary is a public elementary school in Kingstree, SC, part of Williamsburg 01. W.m.
Anderson Primary serves approximately 399 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. W.m. Anderson Primary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #27 of 1,176 schools in SC.
Structured state assessment records for W.m. Anderson Primary show 77% math proficiency (2009 EdFacts) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (2009 EdFacts). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- District avg 6.0
- SC avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
44% of students at W.m. Anderson Primary 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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W.m. Anderson Primary — Students at W.m. Anderson Primary score 84% 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
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2008-09)
Based on 2 test records from SC state assessments. About our data
How W.m. Anderson Primary Compares
See how W.m. Anderson Primary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
500 Lexington Avenue, Kingstree, SC 29556
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering W.m. Anderson Primary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. C. E. Murray Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 11.9 miles away, in nearby Greeleyville), a more accessible option. Another option is Walker-Gamble Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 16.7 miles away, in nearby New Zion), a more accessible option. Additionally, Lake City Early Childhood Center (rated 6.6/10, 15.5 miles away, in nearby Lake City), a more accessible option. For more schools in Kingstree, see our Kingstree schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kingstree Middle Magnet Kingstree | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| WILLIAMSBURG KINDERGARTEN DAYCARE Kingstree | 0.7 mi | — |
| WILLIAMSBURG ACADEMY Kingstree | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Kingstree High Kingstree | 1.1 mi | — |
| Kenneth Gardner Leadership Academy Kingstree | 1.6 mi | 3.8 |
| KINGSTREE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kingstree | 2.6 mi | — |
| Greeleyville Primary Greeleyville | 11.8 mi | 4.9 |
| C. E. Murray Elementary Greeleyville | 11.9 mi | 7.6 |
| C. E. Murray Middle Greeleyville | 11.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Ronald E. McNair Jr. High Lake City | 14.0 mi | 4.8 |
| THE CAROLINA ACADEMY Lake City | 14.4 mi | 4.8 |
| J. Paul Truluck Creative Arts and Science Magnet Lake City | 14.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Main Street Elementary Lake City | 14.4 mi | 3.2 |
| Lake City High Lake City | 15.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Lake City Early Childhood Center Lake City | 15.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Scranton Elementary Scranton | 17.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Walker-Gamble Elementary New Zion | 16.7 mi | 7.6 |
| St. Stephen Middle St. Stephen | 19.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Olanta Elementary Olanta | 19.5 mi | 4.1 |
| St. Stephen Elementary St. Stephen | 19.8 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29556 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,413
Median Home Value
$100,700
Median Rent
$703/mo
Population
11,133
College Educated
17.4%
Homeownership
71.3%
Avg Commute
30.1 min
Poverty Rate
23.9%
Median Age
42.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brockman Elementary Columbia, SC | 8.9 |
| Lamar-Spaulding Elementary Lamar, SC | 8.9 |
| Rosewood Elementary Columbia, SC | 8.9 |
| Coosa Elementary Beaufort, SC | 8.8 |
| Lake Carolina Elementary Lower Campus Blythewood, SC | 9.0 |
| Tigerville Elementary Taylors, SC | 9.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about W.m. Anderson Primary
What grades does W.m. Anderson Primary serve?
W.m. Anderson Primary serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend W.m. Anderson Primary?
W.m. Anderson Primary has an enrollment of approximately 399 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at W.m. Anderson Primary?
The student-teacher ratio at W.m. Anderson Primary is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does W.m. Anderson Primary rank in SC?
W.m. Anderson Primary ranks #27 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is W.m. Anderson Primary's MySchoolScout rating?
W.m. Anderson Primary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 W.m. Anderson Primary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, W.m. Anderson Primary has 77% math proficiency (2009 EdFacts) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (2009 EdFacts).
Is W.m. Anderson Primary a charter school?
No, W.m. Anderson Primary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is W.m. Anderson Primary a Title I school?
No, W.m. Anderson Primary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for W.m. Anderson Primary?
100.0% of students at W.m. Anderson Primary 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 399
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Williamsburg County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.6%
- Phone
- (843) 355-5493
Resources & Links
District
Williamsburg 01- District Enrollment
- 2,822
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,582
- District Rank
- #1 of 9
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