Serving 975 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Plain Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 67% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 975 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Plain Elementary serves the southern part of Simpsonville, SC, covering an area of approximately 5.5 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plain Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Plain Elementary School's student population of 975 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
975 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Year Founded
1982
School Calendar
School Rankings
Plain Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plain Elementary School 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
#190 out of 1118 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
15%
15%
Black
17%
31%
White
59%
46%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.8%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plain Elementary School's ranking?
Plain Elementary School is ranked #190 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Plain Elementary School?
975 students attend Plain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Plain Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plain Elementary School?
Plain Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Plain Elementary School offer ?
Plain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Plain Elementary School part of?
Plain Elementary School is part of Greenville 01 School District.
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