Serving 481 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Crosswell Drive 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% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crosswell Drive Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Crosswell Drive Elementary School's student population of 481 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
481 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Crosswell Drive 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 Crosswell Drive Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#1029 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
87%
31%
White
2%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sumter 01 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crosswell Drive Elementary School's ranking?
Crosswell Drive Elementary School is ranked #1029 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Crosswell Drive Elementary School often compared to?
Crosswell Drive Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alice Drive Elementary School, Willow Drive Elementary School, Cherryvale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Crosswell Drive Elementary School?
481 students attend Crosswell Drive Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Crosswell Drive Elementary School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crosswell Drive Elementary School?
Crosswell Drive Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Crosswell Drive Elementary School offer ?
Crosswell Drive Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Crosswell Drive Elementary School part of?
Crosswell Drive Elementary School is part of Sumter 01 School District.
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