Serving 729 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fort Mill Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 60% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (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 47% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 729 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Fort Mill Elementary serves the eastern part of Fort Mill, SC, covering an area of approximately 7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance to the edge of the attendance zone being about 1.6 miles and the furthest edge located 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fort Mill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fort Mill Elementary School's student population of 729 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
729 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering Minds for a Better Tomorrow
School Rankings
Fort Mill Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fort Mill Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#236 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
53%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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 Fort Mill Elementary School's ranking?
Fort Mill Elementary School is ranked #236 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Fort Mill Elementary School often compared to?
Fort Mill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Springfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Fort Mill Elementary School?
729 students attend Fort Mill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Fort Mill Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fort Mill Elementary School?
Fort Mill Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fort Mill Elementary School offer ?
Fort Mill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fort Mill Elementary School part of?
Fort Mill Elementary School is part of York 04 School District.
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