Serving 239 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lockett Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 55-59% (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 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 239 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lockett Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Lockett Elementary School's student population of 239 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
239 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Colors
Yellow and Black
School Calendar
School Motto
Dedicated To Excellence
School Rankings
Lockett 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 Lockett Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#257 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
26%
31%
White
68%
46%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lockett Elementary School's ranking?
Lockett Elementary School is ranked #257 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Lockett Elementary School often compared to?
Lockett Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sheridan Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Lockett Elementary School?
239 students attend Lockett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Lockett Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lockett Elementary School?
Lockett Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lockett Elementary School offer ?
Lockett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lockett Elementary School part of?
Lockett Elementary School is part of Orangeburg School District.
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