Serving 528 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Bennettsville Primary 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 25-29% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% 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: 528 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bennettsville Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bennettsville Primary's student population of 528 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
528 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Bennettsville Primary 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 Bennettsville Primary is 0.50, 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
#886 out of 1154 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
68%
31%
White
18%
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
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
6%
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 Bennettsville Primary's ranking?
Bennettsville Primary is ranked #886 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Bennettsville Primary?
528 students attend Bennettsville Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Bennettsville Primary students are Black, 18% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bennettsville Primary?
Bennettsville Primary has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bennettsville Primary offer ?
Bennettsville Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bennettsville Primary part of?
Bennettsville Primary is part of Marlboro 01 School District.
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