Serving 292 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Corinth 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 50-54% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Corinth Elementary serves the southern part of Gaffney, SC, covering an attendance zone of approximately 88.5 square miles. Families typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 13.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Corinth Elementary School's student population of 292 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
292 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Corinth 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 Corinth 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
#486 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
2%
31%
White
88%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.3%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Corinth Elementary School's ranking?
Corinth Elementary School is ranked #486 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Corinth Elementary School often compared to?
Corinth Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Draytonville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Corinth Elementary School?
292 students attend Corinth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Corinth Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Corinth Elementary School?
Corinth Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Corinth Elementary School offer ?
Corinth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Corinth Elementary School part of?
Corinth Elementary School is part of Cherokee 01 School District.
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