Serving 467 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Richmond Drive Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Richmond Drive Elementary serves the northern part of Rock Hill, SC, covering an area of approximately 2.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with most homes located within about 1.2 miles from the school and the furthest edge of the zone extending up to 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Richmond Drive Elementary School's student population of 467 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
467 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
learning that makes a difference
School Rankings
Richmond Drive Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richmond Drive Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#818 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
31%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
50%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
11%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.6%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
3%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richmond Drive Elementary School's ranking?
Richmond Drive Elementary School is ranked #818 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Richmond Drive Elementary School?
467 students attend Richmond Drive Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Richmond Drive Elementary School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richmond Drive Elementary School?
Richmond Drive Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Richmond Drive Elementary School offer ?
Richmond Drive Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Richmond Drive Elementary School part of?
Richmond Drive Elementary School is part of York 03 School District.
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