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#8 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

9.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#8 of 1,176

In Fort Mill

#1 of 17

public schools

In district

#1 of 20

York 04

Academic growth

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Kings Town Elementary

9.2/10

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

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8.3/10

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About Kings Town Elementary

Kings Town Elementary is a public elementary school in Fort Mill, SC, part of York 04. Kings Town Elementary serves approximately 841 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Kings Town Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #8 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Kings Town Elementary show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 9.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.2
  • SC avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+6.55 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2022
TrendImproving
Academics8.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency77% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency72% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency75% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)74% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+0.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,290
Chronic Absenteeism6.9%

Kings Town Elementary — Students at Kings Town Elementary score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 74%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

16.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 69.0% (multi-year average, 2020-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 72.0% (2022 EdFacts)
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from SC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2020*
Math
65%
2021*
Math
65%
2022
Math
77%
ELA
72%

* 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.

Overall Score
9.2/10
99th percentile in SC
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
9.9/10
Excellent
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
17%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
65 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
6.9%

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

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. River Trail Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 2.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Tega Cay Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Tega Cay), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Orchard Park Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. 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 8.3
Riverview Elementary Fort Mill 1.4 mi 7.6
Orchard Park Elementary Fort Mill 1.7 mi 8.4
Gold Hill Middle Tega Cay 2.5 mi 7.7
India Hook Elementary Rock Hill 2.1 mi 6.0
Gold Hill Elementary Tega Cay 2.6 mi 8.0
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 7.8
Cherry Park Elementary School of Language Immersion Rock Hill 3.1 mi 7.8
W. C. Sullivan Middle Rock Hill 3.2 mi 4.7
River Trail Elementary Fort Mill 2.9 mi 9.0
Pleasant Knoll Elementary Fort Mill 3.4 mi 8.1
Pleasant Knoll Middle Fort Mill 3.6 mi 8.2
Tega Cay Elementary Tega Cay 3.7 mi 8.9
Ebinport Elementary Rock Hill 3.4 mi 4.6
Catawba Ridge High School Fort Mill 3.3 mi 8.3
Legion Collegiate Academy Rock Hill 4.1 mi 8.8
Richmond Drive Elementary Rock Hill 4.0 mi 6.0
Forest Creek Middle Fort Mill 3.7 mi 7.9

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

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
River Trail Elementary Fort Mill, SC 9.0
Tega Cay Elementary Tega Cay, SC 8.9
Sterling School Greenville, SC 8.7
Lake Murray Elementary Chapin, SC 8.6
Oakridge Elementary Clover, SC 8.6
River Ridge Academy Bluffton, 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 ranks #8 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Kings Town Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Kings Town Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 Kings Town Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Kings Town Elementary has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).

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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
10 Somewhat Bikeable

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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
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
6.9%

District

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

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