Serving 572 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Stewart Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 572 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stewart Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Stewart Heights Elementary School's student population of 572 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
572 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Stewart Heights 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 Stewart Heights Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#517 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
77%
31%
White
10%
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 (13-14)
4%
6%
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 Stewart Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Stewart Heights Elementary School is ranked #517 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Stewart Heights Elementary School?
572 students attend Stewart Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Stewart Heights Elementary School students are Black, 10% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stewart Heights Elementary School?
Stewart Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Stewart Heights Elementary School offer ?
Stewart Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Stewart Heights Elementary School part of?
Stewart Heights Elementary School is part of Dillon 04 School District.
School Reviews
5 12/27/2018
I always loved this school I never wanted to leave but o put a fake name on here so yes long story but my brother is in this school he said he also love this school as much as I do too
5 9/20/2018
Great school and great faculty
5 8/12/2018
I have grandchildren that attend stewart heights and it is the best school,the teachers are awsome and everyone in the office are freindly. my husband attended this school so it is 60 years or older. but it may be small but it is a great school!!!!!!! i love everyone there
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