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Briggs Elementary School

1012 Congaree Drive
Florence, SC 29501
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 467 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Briggs Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 467 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 54%
  • : Top 50% in SC
  • : 53% (Top 50%)
  • : 55% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education

School Overview

Briggs Elementary School's student population of 467 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
467 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
2015
School Calendar
School Motto
Leaders of Today. Builders of Tomorrow.

School Rankings

Briggs Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Briggs Elementary School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (SC)
#394 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
53%
43%
55%
52%
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
40%
31%
White
46%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.63
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Briggs Elementary School's ranking?
Briggs Elementary School is ranked #394 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Briggs Elementary School?
467 students attend Briggs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Briggs Elementary School students are White, 40% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Briggs Elementary School?
Briggs Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Briggs Elementary School offer ?
Briggs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Briggs Elementary School part of?
Briggs Elementary School is part of Florence 01 School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 467 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 54%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 53% (Top 50%)
  • : 55% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education

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