Serving 782 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Simpsonville Elementary School 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 52% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 782 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Simpsonville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Simpsonville Elementary School's student population of 782 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
782 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Simpsonville Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Simpsonville Elementary School is 0.65, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#297 out of 1095 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
15%
12%
Black
25%
32%
White
52%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Simpsonville Elementary School's ranking?
Simpsonville Elementary School is ranked #297 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
How many students attend Simpsonville Elementary School?
782 students attend Simpsonville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Simpsonville Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Simpsonville Elementary School?
Simpsonville Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Simpsonville Elementary School offer ?
Simpsonville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Simpsonville Elementary School part of?
Simpsonville Elementary School is part of Greenville 01 School District.
School Reviews
5 11/4/2007
Our family loves this school. The faculty and staff are friendly, the students are being challenged and enriched, and the school-family communication is outstanding. Our family has been through public schooling, private schooling, and homeschooling in Greenville County, and Simpsonville Elementary is the best! The school is beautiful and new. Also, Simpsonville Elementary utilizes new technology, and the students are thoroughly educated in this area.
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