Excellent
#77 of 1,176 schools in SC
Top 7% in state
Orchard Park Elementary
Elementary School · York 04
474 Third Baxter Street, Fort Mill, SC 29708
Enrollment
599
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
599
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#77 of 1,176
In Fort Mill
#4 of 17
public schools
In district
#5 of 20
York 04
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Orchard Park Elementary
Orchard Park Elementary is a public elementary school in Fort Mill, SC, part of York 04. Orchard Park Elementary serves approximately 599 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Orchard Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #77 of 1,176 schools in SC.
Structured state assessment records for Orchard Park Elementary show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 8.2
- SC avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Orchard Park Elementary — Students at Orchard Park Elementary score 75% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 76%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
12.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from SC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 8.1/10.
How Orchard Park Elementary Compares
See how Orchard Park 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
474 Third Baxter Street, Fort Mill, SC 29708
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Orchard Park Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kings Town Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is River Trail Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Tega Cay Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Tega Cay), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Fort Mill, see our Fort Mill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fort Mill High Fort Mill | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Gold Hill Middle Tega Cay | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Gold Hill Elementary Tega Cay | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Pleasant Knoll Elementary Fort Mill | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Kings Town Elementary Fort Mill | 1.7 mi | 9.2 |
| Riverview Elementary Fort Mill | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Pleasant Knoll Middle Fort Mill | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Tega Cay Elementary Tega Cay | 2.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Banks Trail Middle Fort Mill | 3.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Springfield Middle Fort Mill | 3.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Springfield Elementary Fort Mill | 3.1 mi | 7.6 |
| River Trail Elementary Fort Mill | 3.4 mi | 9.0 |
| Fort Mill Middle Fort Mill | 3.0 mi | 7.9 |
| India Hook Elementary Rock Hill | 3.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Fort Mill Elementary Fort Mill | 3.1 mi | 7.9 |
| WALNUT GROVE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fort Mill | 3.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Catawba Ridge High School Fort Mill | 3.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Nation Ford High Fort Mill | 3.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Sugar Creek Elementary Fort Mill | 3.6 mi | 7.7 |
| River Gate Elementary Charlotte | 4.5 mi | 6.1 |
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
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|---|---|
| Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary Charleston, SC | 8.4 |
| Augusta Circle Elementary Greenville, SC | 8.4 |
| Cherokee Charter Academy Gaffney, SC | 8.4 |
| Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary Mt. Pleasant, SC | 8.4 |
| Meadow Glen Elementary Lexington, SC | 8.4 |
| North Pointe Elementary Anderson, SC | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Orchard Park Elementary
What grades does Orchard Park Elementary serve?
Orchard Park Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Orchard Park Elementary?
Orchard Park Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 599 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Orchard Park Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Orchard Park Elementary is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Orchard Park Elementary rank in SC?
Orchard Park Elementary ranks #77 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is Orchard Park Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Orchard Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Orchard Park Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Orchard Park Elementary has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Orchard Park Elementary a charter school?
No, Orchard Park Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Orchard Park Elementary a Title I school?
No, Orchard Park Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Orchard Park Elementary?
12.7% of students at Orchard Park 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
- 599
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 12.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 3.0%
- Phone
- (803) 548-8170
Resources & Links
District
York 04- District Enrollment
- 18,396
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,290
- District Rank
- #5 of 20
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