Serving 1,209 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Beech Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,209 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beech Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Beech Hill Elementary School's student population of 1,209 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,209 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Words We Stand On... Words We Live By...
School Rankings
Beech Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beech Hill Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#80 out of 1118 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
13%
31%
White
67%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Beech Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Beech Hill Elementary School is ranked #80 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Beech Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Beech Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sand Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Beech Hill Elementary School?
1,209 students attend Beech Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Beech Hill Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beech Hill Elementary School?
Beech Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Beech Hill Elementary School offer ?
Beech Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Beech Hill Elementary School part of?
Beech Hill Elementary School is part of Dorchester 02 School District.
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