Arcadia Elementary School

Serving 382 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Arcadia Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 382 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 87%
  • : Bottom 50% in SC
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

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School Overview

Arcadia Elementary School's student population of 382 students has declined by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
382 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1950
School Calendar
School Mascot
Gators

School Rankings

Arcadia Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arcadia Elementary School is 0.53, 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)
#875 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
35-39%
43%
20-24%
52%
30-34%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
66%
14%
Black
14%
31%
White
13%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.53
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
5%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Gators
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Arcadia Elementary School's ranking?
Arcadia Elementary School is ranked #875 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Arcadia Elementary School often compared to?
Arcadia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lone Oak Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Arcadia Elementary School?
382 students attend Arcadia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Arcadia Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arcadia Elementary School?
Arcadia Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Arcadia Elementary School offer ?
Arcadia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Arcadia Elementary School part of?
Arcadia Elementary School is part of Spartanburg 06 School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 382 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 87%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education

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