Serving 576 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lucy T. Davis Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (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 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 576 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lucy T. Davis Elementary School's student population of 576 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
576 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
2012
School Calendar
School Motto
Educate, Prepare, Inspire!
School Rankings
Lucy T. Davis Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lucy T. Davis Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#270 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
48%
31%
White
35%
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
62%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
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 Lucy T. Davis Elementary School's ranking?
Lucy T. Davis Elementary School is ranked #270 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Lucy T. Davis Elementary School often compared to?
Lucy T. Davis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Delmae Heights Elementary School, Carver Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Lucy T. Davis Elementary School?
576 students attend Lucy T. Davis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Lucy T. Davis Elementary School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lucy T. Davis Elementary School?
Lucy T. Davis Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lucy T. Davis Elementary School offer ?
Lucy T. Davis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lucy T. Davis Elementary School part of?
Lucy T. Davis Elementary School is part of Florence 01 School District.
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