C. E. Murray Elementary School serves 78 students in grades 4-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 78 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
C. E. Murray Elementary School's student population of 78 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
78 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of C. E. Murray Elementary School is 0.20, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
14%
Black
89%
31%
White
10%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
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
How many students attend C. E. Murray Elementary School?
78 students attend C. E. Murray Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of C. E. Murray Elementary School students are Black, 10% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of C. E. Murray Elementary School?
C. E. Murray Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does C. E. Murray Elementary School offer ?
C. E. Murray Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is C. E. Murray Elementary School part of?
C. E. Murray Elementary School is part of Williamsburg 01 School District.
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