Serving 751 students in grades 3-5, Powdersville Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 751 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Powdersville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Powdersville Elementary School's student population of 751 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
751 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Powdersville Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Powdersville Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#161 out of 1154 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
10%
13%
Black
9%
31%
White
72%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Powdersville Elementary School's ranking?
Powdersville Elementary School is ranked #161 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Powdersville Elementary School often compared to?
Powdersville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Powdersville Elementary School?
751 students attend Powdersville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Powdersville Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Powdersville Elementary School?
Powdersville Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Powdersville Elementary School offer ?
Powdersville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Powdersville Elementary School part of?
Powdersville Elementary School is part of Anderson 01 School District.
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