Summary:
Elloree, South Carolina, is served by a single elementary school, Elloree Elementary, a small PK-8 school in the Orangeburg district with 252 students and a favorable 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio.
For parents, the most important takeaway is that Elloree Elementary shows both promise and inconsistency. The school's 4th grade is a clear standout, with ELA proficiency at 65.1% in 2025-2026—nearly matching the state average of 65.4% and far exceeding the district's 47.4%. Science in 4th grade is also strong at 48.8%, well above the district's 35.3%. However, these bright spots are offset by dramatic swings in other grades. 5th grade ELA dropped from 50% to 23.5% in one year, and 3rd grade math fell from 55.2% to 27.4%, which is less than half the state average. Math is a consistent weakness across all grades, with even the best performance (4th grade at 34.9%) well below state benchmarks. The school's overall state ranking is in the bottom quarter (21st percentile), and it has held a 1-star rating for three consecutive years.
On a positive note, chronic absenteeism at Elloree Elementary is 18.9%, significantly better than the district's 30.9% and slightly better than the state's 22.3%, indicating strong attendance habits. The school also spends a substantial $23,888 per student, reflecting the high costs of running a small rural school. While this spending hasn't translated into top-tier academic results, the 4th grade success suggests that effective teaching can make a difference. Parents should be aware that performance can vary greatly by grade and year, likely due to small class sizes, so it's worth asking about specific teachers and cohorts when evaluating the school.
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