Elementary Schools in Lexington 03

The Lexington 03 school district in South Carolina is home to two elementary schools, Batesburg-Leesville Primary School and Batesburg-Leesville Elementary School, both serving students from pre-kindergarten through 5th grade. While the schools share a similar student demographic, with a majority of students being either White or African American, their academic performance is consistently below the state average, indicating a need for significant interventions to improve student outcomes.

Both schools have a 100% free and reduced lunch rate, suggesting a high level of economic disadvantage among the student population. This is reflected in the schools' low test scores, with proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics ranging from 34% to 37% across grade levels, well below the state averages. Additionally, Lexington 03 district has seen a concerning decline in the statewide ranking of Batesburg-Leesville Elementary School, from 407th out of 625 schools in 2021-2022 to 522nd out of 638 schools in 2023-2024.

Despite the challenges faced by these schools, there are some positive indicators, such as relatively low student-teacher ratios of 13.4 and 12.6 students per teacher at Batesburg-Leesville Primary School and Batesburg-Leesville Elementary School, respectively. However, the consistently low academic performance and high poverty levels suggest a need for a comprehensive approach to address the educational and socioeconomic needs of the students in this district.