Serving 530 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Central Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Central Elementary School's student population of 530 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
530 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
North Central Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Central Elementary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#675 out of 1154 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
15%
31%
White
72%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Central Elementary School's ranking?
North Central Elementary School is ranked #675 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend North Central Elementary School?
530 students attend North Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of North Central Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Central Elementary School?
North Central Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Central Elementary School offer ?
North Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is North Central Elementary School part of?
North Central Elementary School is part of Kershaw 01 School District.
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