Serving 450 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, La France 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 63% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: La France Elementary serves a central area in Pendleton, SC, covering approximately 21.7 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 6.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La France Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
La France Elementary School's student population of 450 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
450 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
La France 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 La France Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#186 out of 1118 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Black
10%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
75%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
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)10.7%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-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 La France Elementary School's ranking?
La France Elementary School is ranked #186 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are La France Elementary School often compared to?
La France Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mt. Lebanon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend La France Elementary School?
450 students attend La France Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of La France Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La France Elementary School?
La France Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does La France Elementary School offer ?
La France Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is La France Elementary School part of?
La France Elementary School is part of Anderson 04 School District.
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