Serving 515 students in grades 5-6, Frances F. Mack Intermediate 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 15% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 515 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Frances F. Mack Intermediate's attendance zone covers the entire district in Gaston, SC, encompassing approximately 118.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 9.6 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest edge located 13 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Frances F. Mack Intermediate's student population of 515 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
515 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Frances F. Mack Intermediate 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 Frances F. Mack Intermediate 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
#1063 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
29%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Black
15%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
48%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.6%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frances F. Mack Intermediate's ranking?
Frances F. Mack Intermediate is ranked #1063 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Frances F. Mack Intermediate?
515 students attend Frances F. Mack Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Frances F. Mack Intermediate students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frances F. Mack Intermediate?
Frances F. Mack Intermediate has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Frances F. Mack Intermediate offer ?
Frances F. Mack Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Frances F. Mack Intermediate part of?
Frances F. Mack Intermediate is part of Lexington 04 School District.
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