Serving 1,621 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Ruldolph G. Gordon School At Jones Mill ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (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 28% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,621 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Rudolph Gordon Elementary serves the southeast part of Simpsonville, SC, encompassing an area of approximately 25.6 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 5.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ruldolph G. Gordon School At Jones Mill ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ruldolph G. Gordon School At Jones Mill's student population of 1,621 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,621 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2008
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ruldolph G. Gordon School At Jones Mill ranks within the top 30% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ruldolph G. Gordon School At Jones Mill is 0.46, 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
#276 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-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 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.3%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-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 Ruldolph G. Gordon School At Jones Mill's ranking?
Ruldolph G. Gordon School At Jones Mill is ranked #276 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Ruldolph G. Gordon School At Jones Mill often compared to?
Ruldolph G. Gordon School At Jones Millis often viewed alongside schools like Mauldin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Ruldolph G. Gordon School At Jones Mill?
1,621 students attend Ruldolph G. Gordon School At Jones Mill.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Ruldolph G. Gordon School At Jones Mill students are White, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ruldolph G. Gordon School At Jones Mill?
Ruldolph G. Gordon School At Jones Mill has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ruldolph G. Gordon School At Jones Mill offer ?
Ruldolph G. Gordon School At Jones Mill offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ruldolph G. Gordon School At Jones Mill part of?
Ruldolph G. Gordon School At Jones Mill is part of Greenville 01 School District.
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