Serving 204 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tamassee-salem Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 204 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tamassee-salem Elementary School's student population of 204 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
204 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tamassee-salem 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 Tamassee-salem Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#337 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
2%
31%
White
86%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tamassee-salem Elementary School's ranking?
Tamassee-salem Elementary School is ranked #337 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Tamassee-salem Elementary School often compared to?
Tamassee-salem Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Keowee Elementary School, Ravenel Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Tamassee-salem Elementary School?
204 students attend Tamassee-salem Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Tamassee-salem Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tamassee-salem Elementary School?
Tamassee-salem Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tamassee-salem Elementary School offer ?
Tamassee-salem Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tamassee-salem Elementary School part of?
Tamassee-salem Elementary School is part of Oconee 01 School District.
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