Serving 109 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Lee 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 11-19% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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: 109 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Lee Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
West Lee Elementary School's student population of 109 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
109 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
West Lee Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Lee Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#1060 out of 1154 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
87%
31%
White
8%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
6%
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 West Lee Elementary School's ranking?
West Lee Elementary School is ranked #1060 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are West Lee Elementary School often compared to?
West Lee Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dennis Elementary School, Lower Lee Elementary School, Wilder Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend West Lee Elementary School?
109 students attend West Lee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of West Lee Elementary School students are Black, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Lee Elementary School?
West Lee Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Lee Elementary School offer ?
West Lee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Lee Elementary School part of?
West Lee Elementary School is part of Lee 01 School District.
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