Serving 547 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, St. Matthews K-8 School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower 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 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 547 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Matthews K-8 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
St. Matthews K-8 School's student population of 547 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
547 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
School Motto
Empower all students to compete and succeed in an ever-changing global society.
School Rankings
St. Matthews K-8 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 St. Matthews K-8 School is 0.40, 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
#957 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
76%
31%
White
14%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
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)
3%
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 St. Matthews K-8 School's ranking?
St. Matthews K-8 School is ranked #957 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?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend St. Matthews K-8 School?
547 students attend St. Matthews K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of St. Matthews K-8 School students are Black, 14% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Matthews K-8 School?
St. Matthews K-8 School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does St. Matthews K-8 School offer ?
St. Matthews K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is St. Matthews K-8 School part of?
St. Matthews K-8 School is part of Calhoun 01 School District.
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