Serving 850 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Flowertown 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 47% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower 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 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 850 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Flowertown Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Flowertown Elementary School's student population of 850 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
850 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Rankings
Flowertown 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 Flowertown Elementary School is 0.68, which is more 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
#518 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
12%
14%
Black
27%
31%
White
48%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Flowertown Elementary School's ranking?
Flowertown Elementary School is ranked #518 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Flowertown Elementary School often compared to?
Flowertown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Newington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Flowertown Elementary School?
850 students attend Flowertown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Flowertown Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Flowertown Elementary School?
Flowertown Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Flowertown Elementary School offer ?
Flowertown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Flowertown Elementary School part of?
Flowertown Elementary School is part of Dorchester 02 School District.
School Reviews
5 12/8/2017
Terrific teachers and staff. Welcoming facilities. Warm, enriching academic environment. Healthy, active PTA. Great after school program. Smiling, confident students and families.
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