Serving 543 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lugoff 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 53% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 543 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lugoff Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lugoff Elementary School's student population of 543 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
543 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lugoff Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lugoff Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#357 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
28%
31%
White
59%
46%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.8%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lugoff Elementary School's ranking?
Lugoff Elementary School is ranked #357 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Lugoff Elementary School often compared to?
Lugoff Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Camden Elementary School, Wateree Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Lugoff Elementary School?
543 students attend Lugoff Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Lugoff Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lugoff Elementary School?
Lugoff Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lugoff Elementary School offer ?
Lugoff Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lugoff Elementary School part of?
Lugoff Elementary School is part of Kershaw 01 School District.
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