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Very Good

#161 of 1,176 schools in SC

Top 14% in state

Fort Mill Elementary

Elementary School · York 04

192 Springfield Parkway, Fort Mill, SC 29715

Enrollment

715

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

7.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#161 of 1,176

In Fort Mill

#10 of 17

public schools

In district

#12 of 20

York 04

School environment

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Fort Mill Elementary

7.9/10

Elementary School in Fort Mill · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Fort Mill Middle

7.9/10

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About Fort Mill Elementary

Fort Mill Elementary is a public elementary school in Fort Mill, SC, part of York 04. Fort Mill Elementary serves approximately 715 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Fort Mill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #161 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Fort Mill Elementary show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • District avg 8.2
  • SC avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.43 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency63% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency65% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)65% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,290
Chronic Absenteeism7.1%

Fort Mill Elementary — Students at Fort Mill Elementary score 65% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

36.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 72.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 72.8% (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
93%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
85%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
65%
ELA
53%
2015
Math
66%
ELA
69%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
64%
2018
Math
66%
ELA
65%
2019
Math
66%
ELA
65%
2020*
Math
63%
ELA
64%
2021*
Math
63%
ELA
64%
2022
Math
63%
ELA
67%

* 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: 7.5/10.

How Fort Mill Elementary Compares

See how Fort Mill Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.9/10
86th percentile in SC
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
36%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
57 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.1%

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

192 Springfield Parkway, Fort Mill, SC 29715

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fort Mill Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kings Town Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is River Trail Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Harrisburg Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Indian Land), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Fort Mill, see our Fort Mill schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Fort Mill Middle Fort Mill 0.1 mi 7.9
Nation Ford High Fort Mill 2.2 mi 8.5
Doby's Bridge Elementary Fort Mill 2.4 mi 8.3
Sugar Creek Elementary Fort Mill 2.5 mi 7.7
Catawba Ridge High School Fort Mill 2.6 mi 8.3
Forest Creek Middle Fort Mill 2.7 mi 7.9
Banks Trail Middle Fort Mill 2.5 mi 7.8
Springfield Elementary Fort Mill 2.7 mi 7.6
River Trail Elementary Fort Mill 2.6 mi 9.0
Springfield Middle Fort Mill 2.8 mi 7.7
Fort Mill High Fort Mill 2.6 mi 8.3
Riverview Elementary Fort Mill 2.8 mi 7.6
COMENIUS SCHOOL FOR CREATIVE LEADERSHIP Fort Mill 3.4 mi 7.0
Orchard Park Elementary Fort Mill 3.1 mi 8.4
Harrisburg Elementary Indian Land 3.1 mi 8.5
Pleasant Knoll Elementary Fort Mill 3.7 mi 8.1
Pleasant Knoll Middle Fort Mill 3.8 mi 8.2
Ballantyne Elementary Charlotte 3.8 mi 7.2
SOUTH CHARLOTTE BAPTIST ACADEMY Pineville 4.5 mi 6.5
Kings Town Elementary Fort Mill 4.0 mi 9.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29715 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$111,323

Median Home Value

$416,100

Median Rent

$1,491/mo

Population

43,855

College Educated

50.9%

Homeownership

80.7%

Avg Commute

25.8 min

Poverty Rate

3.9%

Median Age

38.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Batesburg-Leesville Primary School Batesburg-Leesville, SC 7.9
Blythe Academy Greenville, SC 7.9
Midway Elementary Lexington, SC 7.9
Reidville Elementary Reidville, SC 7.9
Carlisle-Foster's Grove Elementary Chesnee, SC 8.0
Gold Hill Elementary Tega Cay, SC 8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fort Mill Elementary

What grades does Fort Mill Elementary serve?

Fort Mill Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Fort Mill Elementary?

Fort Mill Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 715 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fort Mill Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Fort Mill Elementary is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Fort Mill Elementary rank in SC?

Fort Mill Elementary ranks #161 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Fort Mill Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Fort Mill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Fort Mill Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Fort Mill Elementary has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Fort Mill Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Fort Mill Elementary a Title I school?

No, Fort Mill Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fort Mill Elementary?

36.2% of students at Fort Mill 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
715
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
57
Free/Reduced Lunch
36.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
York County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.1%

District

York 04
District Enrollment
18,396
Schools in District
20
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,290
District Rank
#12 of 20

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