Summary:
Zip code 29044 (Eastover, SC) is home to just one elementary school, Webber School, which serves grades PK through 5 with 209 students in the Richland 01 district.
For parents considering this area, Webber School offers a very small, intimate learning environment with an excellent 10.1:1 student-to-teacher ratio and exceptionally high per-student spending of $27,762 annually. However, academic results are mixed and inconsistent. In the most recent school year, 4th graders performed well in English Language Arts (68.8% proficiency, above the state average) and science (53.2%, also above state), but 5th graders struggled significantly, with only 42.8% proficiency in ELA and 28.6% in math—both far below state averages. The school also shows notable year-to-year volatility; 3rd-grade ELA dropped 13.1 points and 5th-grade ELA fell 19.2 points compared to the prior year, while 4th-grade science improved by 8.4 points. This inconsistency suggests performance may be heavily influenced by specific student cohorts or grade-level instructional changes.
The most pressing concern for families is chronic absenteeism, which sits at 34.6%—well above the district's 26.7% and the state's 22.3%. This high rate likely hampers academic progress, especially in upper grades where consistent attendance is critical. Despite the school's strong per-pupil investment and low class sizes, overall achievement remains below state averages in most subjects, and the district itself holds only a 1-star rating. The bright spots in 4th-grade science and ELA show potential, but the "5th grade cliff" pattern—where performance drops sharply in the final elementary year—is a red flag parents should investigate. Ultimately, Webber School offers dedicated resources and small classes, but families should weigh the attendance challenges and inconsistent academic outcomes when making decisions.
Thank you for your feedback!