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#481 of 1,176 schools in SC

Top 41% in state

Pendleton Elementary

Elementary School · Anderson 04

902 East Queen Street, Pendleton, SC 29670

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

532

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Enrollment

532

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#481 of 1,176

In Pendleton

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#6 of 6

Anderson 04

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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About Pendleton Elementary

Pendleton Elementary is a public elementary school in Pendleton, SC, part of Anderson 04. Pendleton Elementary serves approximately 532 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Pendleton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #481 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Pendleton Elementary show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts below district

6.7

This school 6.7 · Average
District avg 7.8
SC avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress5.6Average50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data14

Annual Change-3.58 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics7.4Very Good30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (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 & Environment8.6Excellent20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1

Per-Pupil Spending$14,724

Chronic Absenteeism12.6%

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

How we calculate scores →

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 55.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 52.1% (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

81%

ELA

82%

2010

Math

78%

ELA

76%

2011

Math

74%

ELA

77%

2012

Math

76%

ELA

82%

2013

Math

72%

ELA

72%

2014

Math

42%

ELA

27%

2015

Math

49%

ELA

40%

2016

Math

48%

ELA

34%

2017

Math

46%

ELA

40%

2018

Math

52%

ELA

37%

2019

Math

52%

ELA

37%

2020*

Math

32%

ELA

37%

2021*

Math

32%

ELA

37%

2022

Math

42%

ELA

52%

* 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: 5.6/10.

How Pendleton Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score

6.7/10

59th percentile in SC

Academic

7.4/10

Very Good

Growth

5.6/10

Average

Environment

8.6/10

Excellent

Gifted & Talented

Yes

Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

100%

Teaching Staff

14:1 student-teacher ratio

39 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

12.6%

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

902 East Queen Street, Pendleton, SC 29670

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pendleton Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. La France Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Clemson Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Clemson), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mt. Lebanon Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 5.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pendleton, see our Pendleton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Riverside Middle Pendleton	1.6 mi	429	7.6
La France Elementary Pendleton	2.9 mi	453	8.1
Clemson Elementary Clemson	2.8 mi	766	8.1
Pendleton High Anderson	3.1 mi	940	7.7
CLEMSON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Clemson	2.8 mi	86	6.0
Central Academy of the Arts Central	5.6 mi	485	5.7
Mt. Lebanon Elementary Pendleton	5.3 mi	491	8.1
R. C. Edwards Middle Central	5.9 mi	783	6.0
Liberty Primary Liberty	6.8 mi	610	4.4
D. W. Daniel High Central	6.8 mi	1,216	7.6
COVENANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Anderson	7.1 mi	12	—
Liberty High Liberty	8.5 mi	662	7.2
Ravenel Elementary Seneca	7.5 mi	519	6.7
ANDERSON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Anderson	8.4 mi	163	7.3
Centerville Elementary Anderson	9.5 mi	598	5.5
Liberty Middle Liberty	9.7 mi	460	4.4
Liberty Elementary Liberty	10.0 mi	448	5.3
Whitehall Elementary Anderson	10.0 mi	526	4.7
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF ANDERSON Anderson	9.7 mi	64	8.1
Westside High Anderson	10.5 mi	1,714	6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29670 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,217

Median Home Value

$227,600

Median Rent

$1,039/mo

Population

11,310

College Educated

38.1%

Homeownership

68.7%

Avg Commute

24.7 min

Poverty Rate

15.1%

Median Age

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pendleton Elementary

What grades does Pendleton Elementary serve?

Pendleton Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Pendleton Elementary?

Pendleton Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 532 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pendleton Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Pendleton Elementary is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pendleton Elementary rank in SC?

Pendleton Elementary ranks #481 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Pendleton Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Pendleton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Pendleton Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pendleton Elementary has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Pendleton Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Pendleton Elementary a Title I school?

No, Pendleton Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

100.0% of students at Pendleton 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.