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Knightsville Elementary

📍 Summerville, South Carolina Public

833

👥 Total Enrollment

Students enrolled

13.4:1

📏 Student–Teacher Ratio

Better than US avg (~16:1)

Pre-K–5

🎓 Grade Levels

7 active grades

62.0

👩‍🏫 Full-Time Teachers

FTE certified faculty

About this school

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Knightsville Elementary, an elementary public school serving grades Pre-K–5 in Summerville, South Carolina, with 833 students and a student-teacher ratio of 13.4:1. Data: NCES 2024-2025.

📖 Academic Overview & Key Context

Located in Summerville, South Carolina, Knightsville Elementary is a regular public school serving students from grades Pre-K–5. The school operates within the Dorchester 02 in Dorchester County. With a current reported enrollment of 833 students, it provides a mid-size student body designed to support academic and personal growth.

In terms of academic staffing and instructional attention, Knightsville Elementary maintains a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.4:1. This favorable ratio is lower than the typical national public school average of approximately 16:1, offering opportunities for individualized guidance and collaborative classroom engagement. The campus educational team includes approximately 62.0 full-time equivalent (FTE) classroom teachers and certified instructional personnel.

Reflecting the multicultural fabric of Summerville, the student body at Knightsville Elementary represents diverse backgrounds. The most represented ethnic demographics include White (51.7%), Black or African American (22.8%), Hispanic (13.7%). This diverse mix contributes to a rich campus experience that prepares students for higher education and global careers.

👥 Student Demographics & Diversity

Official NCES reported race and ethnicity breakdown

833 Students reported

White 51.7%

431 enrolled students

Black / African American 22.8%

190 enrolled students

Hispanic 13.7%

114 enrolled students

Two or more races 10.7%

89 enrolled students

Asian 1%

8 enrolled students

Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander 0.1%

1 enrolled students

American Indian / Alaska Native 0%

0 enrolled students

⚧ Gender Distribution Total 833

👦 Male 55.2% (460) 👧 Female 44.8% (373)

📊 Enrollment by Grade Level

Student distribution across all enrolled grade levels

7 Grade Levels

Pre-K

118

152

1 ★ top

129

143

116

135

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School facts

Address 847 Orangeburg Road, Summerville, SC 29483

Phone (843) 873-4851

School district Dorchester 02

County Dorchester County

Grades Pre-K–5

Students 833 students

Student–teacher ratio 13.4:1

Full-time teachers 62.0

Community type Suburb: Large

Level Elementary

Type Public

Virtual Supplemental Virtual

Coordinates 33.00832, -80.23715

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NCES school ID 450201000395

School year 2024-2025

Source NCES

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847 Orangeburg Road

Summerville, SC 29483 Dorchester County

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

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What grades are taught at Knightsville Elementary? +

Knightsville Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K–5. The school curriculum is structured specifically for these grade levels in accordance with South Carolina state educational standards.

How many students attend Knightsville Elementary? +

According to official National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) records, Knightsville Elementary has a total reported enrollment of 833 students.

What is the student-to-teacher ratio at Knightsville Elementary? +

The student-teacher ratio at Knightsville Elementary is 13.4:1, supported by approximately 62.0 full-time equivalent certified teachers.

Is Knightsville Elementary a public or private school? +

Knightsville Elementary is a traditional public school located in Summerville, South Carolina under the administration of the Dorchester 02.

Where is Knightsville Elementary located? +

Knightsville Elementary is located at 847 Orangeburg Road, Summerville, SC 29483. Families can reach the administrative office by telephone at (843) 873-4851 or by visiting the campus during regular school hours.