Serving 694 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sandlapper 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 42% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% 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: 694 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandlapper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Sandlapper Elementary School's student population of 694 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
694 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Rankings
Sandlapper 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 Sandlapper Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#556 out of 1154 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
74%
31%
White
7%
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
63%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
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 Sandlapper Elementary School's ranking?
Sandlapper Elementary School is ranked #556 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Sandlapper Elementary School often compared to?
Sandlapper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rice Creek Elementary School, Killian Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Sandlapper Elementary School?
694 students attend Sandlapper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Sandlapper Elementary School students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sandlapper Elementary School?
Sandlapper Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sandlapper Elementary School offer ?
Sandlapper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sandlapper Elementary School part of?
Sandlapper Elementary School is part of Richland 02 School District.
In what neighborhood is Sandlapper Elementary School located?
Sandlapper Elementary School is located in the Blythewood neighborhood of Columbia, SC. There are 1 other public schools located in Blythewood.
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