Serving 774 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pleasant Knoll Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (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 48% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 774 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Pleasant Knoll Elementary serves the northwest part of Fort Mill, SC, covering an area of approximately 4.2 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pleasant Knoll Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pleasant Knoll Elementary School's student population of 774 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
774 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pleasant Knoll Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant Knoll Elementary School is 0.67, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#99 out of 1118 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
20%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
52%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.5%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-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 Pleasant Knoll Elementary School's ranking?
Pleasant Knoll Elementary School is ranked #99 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Pleasant Knoll Elementary School often compared to?
Pleasant Knoll Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gold Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Pleasant Knoll Elementary School?
774 students attend Pleasant Knoll Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Pleasant Knoll Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pleasant Knoll Elementary School?
Pleasant Knoll Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pleasant Knoll Elementary School offer ?
Pleasant Knoll Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pleasant Knoll Elementary School part of?
Pleasant Knoll Elementary School is part of York 04 School District.
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