Serving 510 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mckissick Academy Of Science And Technology 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 46% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower 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 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 510 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mckissick Academy Of Science And Technology ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mckissick Academy Of Science And Technology's student population of 510 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
510 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Intentional Pursuit of Excellence
School Rankings
Mckissick Academy Of Science And Technology 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 Mckissick Academy Of Science And Technology is 0.64, 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
#539 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
23%
14%
Black
12%
31%
White
53%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckissick Academy Of Science And Technology's ranking?
Mckissick Academy Of Science And Technology is ranked #539 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Mckissick Academy Of Science And Technology often compared to?
Mckissick Academy Of Science And Technologyis often viewed alongside schools like Forest Acres Elementary School, East End Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Mckissick Academy Of Science And Technology?
510 students attend Mckissick Academy Of Science And Technology.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Mckissick Academy Of Science And Technology students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mckissick Academy Of Science And Technology?
Mckissick Academy Of Science And Technology has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mckissick Academy Of Science And Technology offer ?
Mckissick Academy Of Science And Technology offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mckissick Academy Of Science And Technology part of?
Mckissick Academy Of Science And Technology is part of Pickens 01 School District.
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