Serving 525 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Aiken 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 48% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% 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: 525 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aiken Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Aiken Elementary School's student population of 525 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
525 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sun. Aug 24, 2025
School Rankings
Aiken 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 Aiken Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#473 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
45%
31%
White
41%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
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)
3%
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 Aiken Elementary School's ranking?
Aiken Elementary School is ranked #473 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Aiken Elementary School often compared to?
Aiken Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chukker Creek Elementary School, Millbrook Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Aiken Elementary School?
525 students attend Aiken Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Aiken Elementary School students are Black, 41% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aiken Elementary School?
Aiken Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Aiken Elementary School offer ?
Aiken Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Aiken Elementary School part of?
Aiken Elementary School is part of Aiken 01 School District.
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