Serving 58 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Pendergrass Fairwold School 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 <50% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 58 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pendergrass Fairwold School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Pendergrass Fairwold School's student population of 58 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
58 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Pendergrass Fairwold School is 0.30, 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)
(18-19)<50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
83%
32%
White
10%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
6%
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
What schools are Pendergrass Fairwold School often compared to?
Pendergrass Fairwold Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Springs Academy, Washington Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% SC state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pendergrass Fairwold School?
The graduation rate of Pendergrass Fairwold School is 50%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Pendergrass Fairwold School?
58 students attend Pendergrass Fairwold School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Pendergrass Fairwold School students are Black, 10% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pendergrass Fairwold School?
Pendergrass Fairwold School has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pendergrass Fairwold School offer ?
Pendergrass Fairwold School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Pendergrass Fairwold School part of?
Pendergrass Fairwold School is part of Richland 01 School District.
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