Serving 753 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Lake Murray Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher 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 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 753 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Murray Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lake Murray Elementary School's student population of 753 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
753 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake Murray Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Murray Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#72 out of 1118 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
4%
31%
White
78%
46%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.9%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Murray Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Murray Elementary School is ranked #72 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Lake Murray Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Murray Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Round Top Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Lake Murray Elementary School?
753 students attend Lake Murray Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Lake Murray Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Murray Elementary School?
Lake Murray Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lake Murray Elementary School offer ?
Lake Murray Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lake Murray Elementary School part of?
Lake Murray Elementary School is part of Lexington 05 School District.
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