Summary:
The city of Irmo, South Carolina is home to 7 elementary schools that serve grades ranging from pre-kindergarten to 8th grade. These schools are part of the Lexington 05 school district, which is ranked 13 out of 75 districts in the state and has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. The student populations at these schools range from 302 to 558 students.
Among the standout schools in Irmo are Ballentine Elementary and River Springs Elementary, which consistently rank among the top elementary schools in the state. These schools demonstrate strong academic performance, with high proficiency rates in both English Language Arts and Mathematics. Another high-performing school is H.E. Corley Elementary, which has a diverse student population and ranks in the top 30% of South Carolina elementary schools.
In contrast, Dutch Fork Elementary and GREEN Charter School Midlands have struggled academically, with lower proficiency rates compared to the district and state averages. The data suggests a potential correlation between socioeconomic status and academic performance, as the schools with higher free and reduced lunch rates tend to have lower academic achievement. Additionally, the charter school in the area, GREEN Charter School Midlands, lags behind the traditional public schools in terms of academic performance.
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