Serving 571 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Six Mile Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Six Mile Elementary serves the southwest part of its school district in Six Mile, SC, encompassing an area of approximately 52.4 square miles, with most students living within a typical 10-12 minute drive from the school. The attendance zone reaches up to 7.6 miles from the school's location.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Six Mile Elementary School's student population of 571 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
571 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 Motto
Encouraging Eagles to Soar.
School Rankings
Six Mile Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Six Mile Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#453 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
31%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.9%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
Showing 2013–2024. Full 26-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 Six Mile Elementary School's ranking?
Six Mile Elementary School is ranked #453 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Six Mile Elementary School often compared to?
Six Mile Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pickens Elementary School, Clemson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Six Mile Elementary School?
571 students attend Six Mile Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Six Mile Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Six Mile Elementary School?
Six Mile Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Six Mile Elementary School offer ?
Six Mile Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Six Mile Elementary School part of?
Six Mile Elementary School is part of Pickens 01 School District.
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