Serving 149 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Edith L. Frierson Elementary 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 20-29% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 149 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edith L. Frierson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Edith L. Frierson Elementary School's student population of 149 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 55% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
149 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Edith L. Frierson Elementary 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 Edith L. Frierson 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
#901 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
36%
31%
White
42%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
3%
5%
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 Edith L. Frierson Elementary School's ranking?
Edith L. Frierson Elementary School is ranked #901 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Edith L. Frierson Elementary School often compared to?
Edith L. Frierson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Angel Oak Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Edith L. Frierson Elementary School?
149 students attend Edith L. Frierson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Edith L. Frierson Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 10% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edith L. Frierson Elementary School?
Edith L. Frierson Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Edith L. Frierson Elementary School offer ?
Edith L. Frierson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Edith L. Frierson Elementary School part of?
Edith L. Frierson Elementary School is part of Charleston 01 School District.
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