Excellent
#12 of 1,176 schools in SC
Top 1% in state
Kings Town Elementary
Elementary School · York 04
1774 Mason Bend Drive, Fort Mill, SC 29708
Enrollment
841
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
841
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Fort Mill
#1 of 17
public schools
South Carolina elementary schools
#8 of 680
In district
#1 of 20
York 04
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Kings Town Elementary
Kings Town Elementary earns an Exceptional composite score of 9.2 out of 10 — 7th among 1,176 public schools across South Carolina and first among all 17 Fort Mill schools. That top ranking is backed by hard performance data, not geography. The school serves 841 students in kindergarten through fifth grade.
A student-teacher ratio of 12.9 to 1 keeps class sizes manageable, giving teachers consistent contact time with each child. The results show up in the numbers: Kings Town's growth score of 9.9 out of 10 signals that students here are advancing faster than peers at nearly every school in the state. Its academic score of 8.4 reinforces that momentum.
Kings Town is a regular public school — no selective admissions, no lottery. For families weighing Fort Mill elementary options, it ranks 6th among 680 elementary schools statewide. Few public schools match that combination of strong academics and exceptional growth in the same building.
Parents comparing local options will find Kings Town sets the bar in Fort Mill and holds its own against the strongest elementary programs anywhere in South Carolina.
Score Breakdown
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Kings Town Elementary — Students at Kings Town Elementary score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 74%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
16.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 3 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: 9.9/10.
How Kings Town Elementary Compares
See how Kings Town Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 65% (2021) to 77% (2022).
Location
1774 Mason Bend Drive, Fort Mill, SC 29708
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kings Town Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pleasant Knoll Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 3.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is River Trail Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Ebinport Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Rock Hill), a more accessible option. For more schools in Fort Mill, see our Fort Mill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fort Mill High Fort Mill | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Riverview Elementary Fort Mill | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Orchard Park Elementary Fort Mill | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Gold Hill Middle Tega Cay | 2.5 mi | 6.8 |
| India Hook Elementary Rock Hill | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Gold Hill Elementary Tega Cay | 2.6 mi | 7.1 |
| WESTMINSTER CATAWBA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL-HIGH Rock Hill | 2.6 mi | 8.2 |
| WESTMINSTER CATAWBA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL-MIDDLE Rock Hill | 2.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Banks Trail Middle Fort Mill | 2.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Cherry Park Elementary School of Language Immersion Rock Hill | 3.1 mi | 5.8 |
| W. C. Sullivan Middle Rock Hill | 3.2 mi | 6.5 |
| River Trail Elementary Fort Mill | 2.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Pleasant Knoll Elementary Fort Mill | 3.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Pleasant Knoll Middle Fort Mill | 3.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Tega Cay Elementary Tega Cay | 3.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Ebinport Elementary Rock Hill | 3.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Catawba Ridge High School Fort Mill | 3.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Legion Collegiate Academy Rock Hill | 4.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Richmond Drive Elementary Rock Hill | 4.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Forest Creek Middle Fort Mill | 3.7 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29708 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$129,304
Median Home Value
$479,800
Median Rent
$1,588/mo
Population
42,931
College Educated
60.5%
Homeownership
75.7%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
4.9%
Median Age
39.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Kings Town Elementary has a median household income of $129,304. It is a well-educated community where 61% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $479,800, with a median rent of $1,588/month. The local poverty rate of 4.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mathews Elementary Greenwood, SC | 8.8 |
| Oakland Elementary Charleston, SC | 9.0 |
| Merrywood Elementary Greenwood, SC | 8.7 |
| Red Cedar Elementary Bluffton, SC | 8.7 |
| Jesse Boyd Elementary Spartanburg, SC | 9.2 |
| Chapin Elementary Chapin, SC | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kings Town Elementary
What grades does Kings Town Elementary serve?
Kings Town Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Kings Town Elementary?
Kings Town Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 841 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kings Town Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Kings Town Elementary is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kings Town Elementary rank in SC?
Kings Town Elementary is ranked #12 out of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is Kings Town Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Kings Town Elementary has a composite rating of 8.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Kings Town Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Kings Town Elementary has 71.0% math proficiency and 72.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Kings Town Elementary a charter school?
No, Kings Town Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kings Town Elementary a Title I school?
No, Kings Town Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kings Town Elementary?
16.8% of students at Kings Town 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 841
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 65
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 16.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- York County
- Phone
- (803) 396-3400
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
York 04- District Enrollment
- 18,396
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,290
- District Rank
- #1 of 20
Other Schools in This District
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