Serving 744 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Knightsville 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 50% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 744 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Knightsville Elementary School's student population of 744 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
744 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Knightsville 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 Knightsville 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
#434 out of 1154 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
22%
31%
White
56%
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
51%
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 Knightsville Elementary School's ranking?
Knightsville Elementary School is ranked #434 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Knightsville Elementary School often compared to?
Knightsville 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?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Knightsville Elementary School?
744 students attend Knightsville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Knightsville Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% 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 Knightsville Elementary School?
Knightsville Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Knightsville Elementary School offer ?
Knightsville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Knightsville Elementary School part of?
Knightsville Elementary School is part of Dorchester 02 School District.
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