Serving 519 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mckissick Academy Of Science & 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 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 519 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: McKissick Elementary serves the southeast part of Easley, SC, covering an area of approximately 8.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mckissick Academy Of Science & Technology's student population of 519 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
519 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Intentional Pursuit of Excellence
School Rankings
Mckissick Academy Of Science & 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 & Technology is 0.60, 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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
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)20.6%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
3%
Showing 2009–2021. Full 23-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 Mckissick Academy Of Science & Technology's ranking?
Mckissick Academy Of Science & 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 & Technology often compared to?
Mckissick Academy Of Science & 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 & Technology?
519 students attend Mckissick Academy Of Science & Technology.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Mckissick Academy Of Science & Technology students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mckissick Academy Of Science & Technology?
Mckissick Academy Of Science & Technology has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mckissick Academy Of Science & Technology offer ?
Mckissick Academy Of Science & Technology offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mckissick Academy Of Science & Technology part of?
Mckissick Academy Of Science & Technology is part of Pickens 01 School District.
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