Serving 431 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, New Prospect Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 431 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: New Prospect Elementary serves the northeast part of Inman, SC, covering an area of approximately 25.3 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 2.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 5.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Prospect Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
New Prospect Elementary School's student population of 431 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
431 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
New Prospect Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Prospect Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#280 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
3%
31%
White
87%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.2%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Prospect Elementary School's ranking?
New Prospect Elementary School is ranked #280 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are New Prospect Elementary School often compared to?
New Prospect Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakland Elementary School, Inman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend New Prospect Elementary School?
431 students attend New Prospect Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of New Prospect Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Prospect Elementary School?
New Prospect Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does New Prospect Elementary School offer ?
New Prospect Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is New Prospect Elementary School part of?
New Prospect Elementary School is part of Spartanburg 01 School District.
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