Serving 670 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Duncan Elementary School Of The Arts 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 47% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 670 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Duncan Elementary serves the western part of its school district in Duncan, SC, covering an area of approximately 23.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Duncan Elementary School Of The Arts's student population of 670 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
670 students
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Duncan Elementary School Of The Arts 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 Duncan Elementary School Of The Arts is 0.71, which is more 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
#523 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
20%
15%
Black
27%
31%
White
41%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.6%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Duncan Elementary School Of The Arts's ranking?
Duncan Elementary School Of The Arts is ranked #523 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Duncan Elementary School Of The Arts often compared to?
Duncan Elementary School Of The Artsis often viewed alongside schools like Abner Creek Academy, Woodland Heights Elementary School, Reidville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Duncan Elementary School Of The Arts?
670 students attend Duncan Elementary School Of The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Duncan Elementary School Of The Arts students are White, 27% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Duncan Elementary School Of The Arts?
Duncan Elementary School Of The Arts has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Duncan Elementary School Of The Arts offer ?
Duncan Elementary School Of The Arts offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Duncan Elementary School Of The Arts part of?
Duncan Elementary School Of The Arts is part of Spartanburg 05 School District.
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