Serving 593 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Conway Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is equal to 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 46% 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: 593 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Conway Elementary School's student population of 593 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
593 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Conway Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Conway Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#411 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
29%
31%
White
54%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Conway Elementary School's ranking?
Conway Elementary School is ranked #411 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Conway Elementary School often compared to?
Conway Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carolina Forest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Conway Elementary School?
593 students attend Conway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Conway Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Conway Elementary School?
Conway Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Conway Elementary School offer ?
Conway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Conway Elementary School part of?
Conway Elementary School is part of Horry 01 School District.
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