Serving 719 students in grades 3-5, Powdersville Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 75% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 719 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Powdersville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Powdersville Elementary School's student population of 719 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
719 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Powdersville Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Powdersville Elementary School is 0.45, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#115 out of 1095 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
9%
32%
White
73%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
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 is Powdersville Elementary School's ranking?
Powdersville Elementary School is ranked #115 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Powdersville Elementary School often compared to?
Powdersville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
How many students attend Powdersville Elementary School?
719 students attend Powdersville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Powdersville Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Powdersville Elementary School?
Powdersville Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Powdersville Elementary School offer ?
Powdersville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Powdersville Elementary School part of?
Powdersville Elementary School is part of Anderson 01 School District.
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