Serving 1,226 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Cane Bay Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 1,226 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cane Bay Elementary School's student population of 1,226 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,226 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
School Rankings
Cane Bay Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cane Bay Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#440 out of 1154 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
16%
31%
White
63%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
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 Cane Bay Elementary School's ranking?
Cane Bay Elementary School is ranked #440 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Cane Bay Elementary School often compared to?
Cane Bay Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sangaree Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Cane Bay Elementary School?
1,226 students attend Cane Bay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Cane Bay Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cane Bay Elementary School?
Cane Bay Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cane Bay Elementary School offer ?
Cane Bay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cane Bay Elementary School part of?
Cane Bay Elementary School is part of Berkeley 01 School District.
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