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Mount Holly Elementary

Elementary School · York 03

1800 Porter Road, Rock Hill, SC 29730

Enrollment

532

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#727 of 1,176

In Rock Hill

#17 of 27

public schools

In district

#15 of 24

York 03

Academic performance

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Mount Holly Elementary

5.8/10

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

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4.4/10

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7.7/10

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About Mount Holly Elementary

Mount Holly Elementary is a public elementary school in Rock Hill, SC, part of York 03. Mount Holly Elementary serves approximately 532 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Holly Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #727 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Mount Holly Elementary show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • SC avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Mount Holly Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.84 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+10.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile62th
Resources & Environment5.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,182
Chronic Absenteeism27.4%

Mount Holly Elementary — Students at Mount Holly Elementary score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 55.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 54.3% (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
88%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
76%
ELA
79%
2012
Math
76%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
74%
ELA
76%
2014
Math
50%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
41%
ELA
46%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
36%
2017
Math
50%
ELA
31%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
40%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
40%
2020*
Math
30%
ELA
40%
2021*
Math
30%
ELA
40%
2022
Math
44%
ELA
50%

* 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: 5.0/10.

How Mount Holly Elementary Compares

See how Mount Holly Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
38th percentile in SC
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
5.4/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.4%

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

1800 Porter Road, Rock Hill, SC 29730

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mount Holly Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cherry Park Elementary School of Language Immersion (rated 7.8/10, 6.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lesslie Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ebenezer Avenue Elementary: Traditional Montesorri Inquiry (rated 7.1/10, 4.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rock Hill, see our Rock Hill schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Castle Heights Middle Rock Hill 2.1 mi 4.4
Rock Hill High Rock Hill 2.7 mi 7.7
Independence Elementary Rock Hill 2.7 mi 4.9
Lesslie Elementary Rock Hill 2.9 mi 7.2
Oakdale Elementary Rock Hill 3.1 mi 6.7
Central Child Development Center Rock Hill 4.1 mi 4.4
The Palmetto School Rock Hill 4.1 mi 2.7
Saluda Trail Middle Rock Hill 3.6 mi 6.0
FREEDOM MONTESSORI SCHOOL Rock Hill 4.4 mi 6.7
Northside Elementary Rock Hill 4.6 mi 6.1
South Pointe High Rock Hill 4.2 mi 8.2
Ebenezer Avenue Elementary: Traditional Montesorri Inquiry Rock Hill 4.9 mi 7.1
Sunset Park Center for Accelerated Studies Rock Hill 4.8 mi 6.5
Legion Collegiate Academy Rock Hill 5.3 mi 8.8
MACFEAT EARLY CHILDHOOD LAB SCHOOL Rock Hill 5.5 mi
Richmond Drive Elementary Rock Hill 6.1 mi 6.0
W. C. Sullivan Middle Rock Hill 6.3 mi 4.7
Cherry Park Elementary School of Language Immersion Rock Hill 6.4 mi 7.8
WESTMINSTER CATAWBA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rock Hill 6.3 mi 7.8
NEW HOPE CAROLINAS Rock Hill 6.3 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29730 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,122

Median Home Value

$239,200

Median Rent

$1,234/mo

Population

57,500

College Educated

26.7%

Homeownership

58.5%

Avg Commute

25.6 min

Poverty Rate

14.2%

Median Age

37.6

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

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Blue Ridge Elementary Seneca, SC 5.8
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Edisto Primary Cordova, SC 5.8
Hunley Park Elementary North Charleston, SC 5.8
J. C. Lynch Elementary Coward, SC 5.8
Knightsville Elementary Summerville, SC 5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mount Holly Elementary

What grades does Mount Holly Elementary serve?

Mount Holly Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Mount Holly Elementary?

Mount Holly Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 532 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Holly Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Mount Holly Elementary is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mount Holly Elementary rank in SC?

Mount Holly Elementary ranks #727 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Mount Holly Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Mount Holly Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Mount Holly Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mount Holly Elementary has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Mount Holly Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Mount Holly Elementary a Title I school?

No, Mount Holly Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mount Holly Elementary?

100.0% of students at Mount Holly 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
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
532
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
York County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.4%

District

York 03
District Enrollment
16,316
Schools in District
25
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,182
District Rank
#15 of 24

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