Serving 316 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ambler Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 316 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ambler Elementary serves the northeast part of Pickens, SC, covering an attendance zone of approximately 49.4 square miles. Families in the area can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 9.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ambler Elementary School's student population of 316 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
316 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Ambler 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 Ambler Elementary School is 0.22, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#337 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
5%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.7%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
Showing 2013–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ambler Elementary School's ranking?
Ambler Elementary School is ranked #337 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Ambler Elementary School often compared to?
Ambler Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hagood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Ambler Elementary School?
316 students attend Ambler Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Ambler Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ambler Elementary School?
Ambler Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ambler Elementary School offer ?
Ambler Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ambler Elementary School part of?
Ambler Elementary School is part of Pickens 01 School District.
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