Serving 235 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Ben Hazel Primary ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to 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 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 235 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ben Hazel Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Ben Hazel Primary's student population of 235 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
235 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Ben Hazel Primary ranks within the top 30% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ben Hazel Primary is 0.59, 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
#316 out of 1154 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
52%
31%
White
37%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
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 Ben Hazel Primary's ranking?
Ben Hazel Primary is ranked #316 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Ben Hazel Primary?
235 students attend Ben Hazel Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Ben Hazel Primary students are Black, 37% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ben Hazel Primary?
Ben Hazel Primary has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ben Hazel Primary offer ?
Ben Hazel Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ben Hazel Primary part of?
Ben Hazel Primary is part of Hampton School District.
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