Very Good
#222 of 1,176 schools in SC
Top 19% in state
Drayton Mills Elementary
Elementary School · Spartanburg 07
1500 Skylyn Drive, Spartanburg, SC 29307
Enrollment
785
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
785
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#222 of 1,176
In Spartanburg
#6 of 25
public schools
In district
#4 of 10
Spartanburg 07
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Drayton Mills Elementary
Drayton Mills Elementary is a public elementary school in Spartanburg, SC, part of Spartanburg 07. Drayton Mills Elementary serves approximately 785 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Drayton Mills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #222 of 1,176 schools in SC.
Structured state assessment records for Drayton Mills Elementary show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- SC avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Drayton Mills Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Drayton Mills Elementary — Students at Drayton Mills Elementary score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 10 test records from SC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.6/10.
How Drayton Mills Elementary Compares
See how Drayton Mills Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1500 Skylyn Drive, Spartanburg, SC 29307
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Drayton Mills Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pine St. Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Jesse Boyd Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Cannons Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 3.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Spartanburg, see our Spartanburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SPARTANBURG DAY SCHOOL Spartanburg | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Spartanburg High Spartanburg | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Jesse Boyd Elementary Spartanburg | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| McCracken Middle Spartanburg | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Pine St. Elementary Spartanburg | 2.0 mi | 8.5 |
| ST PAUL THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Spartanburg | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Meeting Street Academy-Spartanburg Spartanburg | 2.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Spartanburg Preparatory School Spartanburg | 2.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Mary H. Wright Elementary Spartanburg | 2.8 mi | 4.7 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY Spartanburg | 2.7 mi | — |
| Carver Middle Spartanburg | 2.9 mi | 5.2 |
| The Cleveland Academy of Leadership Spartanburg | 2.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Cannons Elementary Spartanburg | 3.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Broome High Spartanburg | 3.3 mi | 7.3 |
| E. P. Todd School Spartanburg | 4.2 mi | 5.2 |
| SC School for the Blind High Spartanburg | 4.3 mi | — |
| SC School for the Deaf High Spartanburg | 4.3 mi | — |
| SC School for the Deaf Elementary/Middle Spartanburg | 4.3 mi | 6.6 |
| SC School for the Blind Elementary/Middle Spartanburg | 4.3 mi | — |
| Cedar Springs Academy Spartanburg | 4.3 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29307 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,330
Median Home Value
$207,800
Median Rent
$1,043/mo
Population
18,497
College Educated
35.4%
Homeownership
69.8%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
15.1%
Median Age
42.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bell's Crossing Elementary Simpsonville, SC | 7.7 |
| Catawba Trail Elementary Elgin, SC | 7.7 |
| Harbison West Elementary Columbia, SC | 7.7 |
| Kingston Elementary Conway, SC | 7.7 |
| Lewisville Elementary Richburg, SC | 7.7 |
| Myrtle Beach Elementary Myrtle Beach, SC | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Drayton Mills Elementary
What grades does Drayton Mills Elementary serve?
Drayton Mills Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Drayton Mills Elementary?
Drayton Mills Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 785 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Drayton Mills Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Drayton Mills Elementary is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Drayton Mills Elementary rank in SC?
Drayton Mills Elementary ranks #222 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is Drayton Mills Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Drayton Mills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Drayton Mills Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Drayton Mills Elementary has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
Is Drayton Mills Elementary a charter school?
No, Drayton Mills Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Drayton Mills Elementary a Title I school?
No, Drayton Mills Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Drayton Mills Elementary?
100.0% of students at Drayton Mills 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 785
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 56
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Spartanburg County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.3%
- Phone
- (864) 586-7979
Resources & Links
District
Spartanburg 07- District Enrollment
- 7,518
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,371
- District Rank
- #4 of 10
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