Serving 202 students in grades 3-5,
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the South Carolina state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 202 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mellichamp Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Mellichamp Elementary School's student population of 202 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
202 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mellichamp Elementary School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
89%
32%
White
2%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Mellichamp Elementary School?
202 students attend Mellichamp Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Mellichamp Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mellichamp Elementary School?
Mellichamp Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mellichamp Elementary School offer ?
Mellichamp Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mellichamp Elementary School part of?
Mellichamp Elementary School is part of Orangeburg School District.
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