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#673 of 1,176 schools in SC

Cotton Belt Elementary

Elementary School · York 01

1176 Black Highway, York, SC 29745

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

424

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Enrollment

424

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#673 of 1,176

In York

#4 of 7

public schools

In district

#4 of 8

York 01

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About Cotton Belt Elementary

Cotton Belt Elementary is a public elementary school in York, SC, part of York 01. Cotton Belt Elementary serves approximately 424 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Cotton Belt Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #673 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Cotton Belt Elementary show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district

6.0

This school 6.0 · Average
District avg 6.3
SC avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress6.5Average50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data14

Annual Change-3.13 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics4.8Below Average30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected-12.5 pts

Adjusted Percentile29th

Resources & Environment6.7Average20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1

Per-Pupil Spending$14,172

Chronic Absenteeism28.3%

Cotton Belt Elementary — Students at Cotton Belt Elementary score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

71%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 58.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 50.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

Based on 28 test records from SC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009

Math

81%

ELA

87%

2010

Math

61%

ELA

67%

2011

Math

77%

ELA

72%

2012

Math

72%

ELA

77%

2013

Math

72%

ELA

67%

2014

Math

57%

ELA

27%

2015

Math

52%

ELA

32%

2016

Math

52%

ELA

37%

2017

Math

62%

ELA

37%

2018

Math

57%

ELA

47%

2019

Math

57%

ELA

47%

2020*

Math

42%

ELA

37%

2021*

Math

42%

ELA

37%

2022

Math

37%

ELA

37%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.

How Cotton Belt Elementary Compares

See how Cotton Belt Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

6.0/10

43th percentile in SC

Academic

4.8/10

Below Average

Growth

6.5/10

Average

Environment

6.7/10

Average

Gifted & Talented

Yes

Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

71%

Teaching Staff

13:1 student-teacher ratio

32 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

28.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available

This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1176 Black Highway, York, SC 29745

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cotton Belt Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Griggs Road Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Clover), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bethel Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 9.3 miles away, in nearby Clover), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hunter Street Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in York, see our York schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.7 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
York Comprehensive High York	1.9 mi	1,525	6.0
Harold C. Johnson Elementary York	2.3 mi	400	6.4
York Intermediate York	2.7 mi	640	5.1
York Middle York	3.0 mi	786	4.5
Hunter Street Elementary York	2.8 mi	403	7.2
Jefferson Elementary York	3.2 mi	388	6.4
Larne Elementary Clover	6.0 mi	589	6.8
Kinard Elementary Clover	7.2 mi	450	6.9
Clover High Clover	7.5 mi	2,698	7.9
Bethany Elementary Clover	8.3 mi	401	6.6
Clover Middle Clover	8.8 mi	984	6.6
Griggs Road Elementary Clover	8.4 mi	529	8.1
Hickory Grove-Sharon Elementary Hickory Grove	8.4 mi	427	5.3
Bethel Elementary Clover	9.3 mi	356	8.0
Riverwalk Academy Rock Hill	8.8 mi	680	5.7
York Preparatory Academy Rock Hill	9.5 mi	1,681	7.9
LAKE POINTE ACADEMY York	10.2 mi	205	5.5
Rawlinson Road Middle Rock Hill	10.4 mi	654	4.5
Old Pointe Elementary Rock Hill	10.5 mi	569	6.0
Northwestern High Rock Hill	10.7 mi	1,764	7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29745 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,665

Median Home Value

$242,200

Median Rent

$961/mo

Population

34,738

College Educated

21.2%

Homeownership

80.6%

Avg Commute

28.9 min

Poverty Rate

9.4%

Median Age

42.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cotton Belt Elementary

What grades does Cotton Belt Elementary serve?

Cotton Belt Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Cotton Belt Elementary?

Cotton Belt Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 424 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cotton Belt Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Cotton Belt Elementary is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cotton Belt Elementary rank in SC?

Cotton Belt Elementary ranks #673 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Cotton Belt Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Cotton Belt Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Cotton Belt Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cotton Belt Elementary has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Cotton Belt Elementary a charter school?

No, Cotton Belt Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Cotton Belt Elementary a Title I school?

No, Cotton Belt Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cotton Belt Elementary?

71.0% of students at Cotton Belt Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.