Serving 794 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Doby's Bridge 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 75% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher 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 34% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 794 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Doby's Bridge Elementary serves the southeast part of Fort Mill, SC, covering an area of approximately 11.3 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.3 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 3.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Doby's Bridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Doby's Bridge Elementary School's student population of 794 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
794 students
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Rankings
Doby's Bridge Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Doby's Bridge Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#116 out of 1118 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
2%
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
5%
31%
White
66%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.8%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Doby's Bridge Elementary School's ranking?
Doby's Bridge Elementary School is ranked #116 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Doby's Bridge Elementary School?
794 students attend Doby's Bridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Doby's Bridge Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Doby's Bridge Elementary School?
Doby's Bridge Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Doby's Bridge Elementary School offer ?
Doby's Bridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Doby's Bridge Elementary School part of?
Doby's Bridge Elementary School is part of York 04 School District.
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