Serving 582 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Saxe Gotha Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 46% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (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 44% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 582 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Saxe Gotha Elementary School's student population of 582 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
582 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Let your light shine. Reach for the stars!
School Rankings
Saxe Gotha Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Saxe Gotha Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#561 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
17%
14%
Black
17%
31%
White
56%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
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 Saxe Gotha Elementary School's ranking?
Saxe Gotha Elementary School is ranked #561 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Saxe Gotha Elementary School?
582 students attend Saxe Gotha Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Saxe Gotha Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Saxe Gotha Elementary School?
Saxe Gotha Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Saxe Gotha Elementary School offer ?
Saxe Gotha Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Saxe Gotha Elementary School part of?
Saxe Gotha Elementary School is part of Lexington 01 School District.
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