Serving 472 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, L. W. Conder Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 472 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
L. W. Conder Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
L. W. Conder Elementary School's student population of 472 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
472 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
L. W. Conder Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of L. W. Conder Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#946 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
39%
14%
Black
51%
31%
White
3%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
5%
5%
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 L. W. Conder Elementary School's ranking?
L. W. Conder Elementary School is ranked #946 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend L. W. Conder Elementary School?
472 students attend L. W. Conder Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of L. W. Conder Elementary School students are Black, 39% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of L. W. Conder Elementary School?
L. W. Conder Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does L. W. Conder Elementary School offer ?
L. W. Conder Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is L. W. Conder Elementary School part of?
L. W. Conder Elementary School is part of Richland 02 School District.
School Reviews
5 9/20/2018
I became a parent at Conder Elementary when my daughter, who is now 29 years old was a student for 3 years. We moved and now we are back and I am proud to be a Conder Elementary grandma. What a wonderful, loving, caring experience I had years ago and am now experiencing even bigger and better things. Thanks so much for caring for our babies.
5 8/20/2012
I love this school they are so patience with our kids as well as having a excellent learning environment. I have a future kindergarten student coming this year 2012-2013. Looking forward to another great school year.
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