Serving 806 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rocky Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 806 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rocky Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Rocky Creek Elementary School's student population of 806 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
806 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Rankings
Rocky Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rocky Creek Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#240 out of 1154 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
5%
31%
White
81%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Rocky Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Rocky Creek Elementary School is ranked #240 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Rocky Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Rocky Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Murray Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Rocky Creek Elementary School?
806 students attend Rocky Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Rocky Creek Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rocky Creek Elementary School?
Rocky Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rocky Creek Elementary School offer ?
Rocky Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rocky Creek Elementary School part of?
Rocky Creek Elementary School is part of Lexington 01 School District.
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