Serving 295 students in grades 3-5, Mccormick Elementary School 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 13% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mccormick Elementary School's student population of 295 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
295 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Mccormick Elementary School 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 Mccormick Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#1027 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
66%
31%
White
21%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.9%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mccormick Elementary School's ranking?
Mccormick Elementary School is ranked #1027 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Mccormick Elementary School often compared to?
Mccormick Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marion Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Mccormick Elementary School?
295 students attend Mccormick Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Mccormick Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mccormick Elementary School?
Mccormick Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mccormick Elementary School offer ?
Mccormick Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mccormick Elementary School part of?
Mccormick Elementary School is part of Marion 10 School District.
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