Serving 860 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fort Dorchester 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 52% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher 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 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 860 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fort Dorchester Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Fort Dorchester Elementary School's student population of 860 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
860 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Rankings
Fort Dorchester 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 Fort Dorchester Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#368 out of 1154 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
14%
14%
Black
29%
31%
White
42%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Fort Dorchester Elementary School's ranking?
Fort Dorchester Elementary School is ranked #368 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Fort Dorchester Elementary School often compared to?
Fort Dorchester Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beech Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Fort Dorchester Elementary School?
860 students attend Fort Dorchester Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Fort Dorchester Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fort Dorchester Elementary School?
Fort Dorchester Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fort Dorchester Elementary School offer ?
Fort Dorchester Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fort Dorchester Elementary School part of?
Fort Dorchester Elementary School is part of Dorchester 02 School District.
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