Homeland Park Primary serves 427 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 71%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 72%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59%
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Homeland Park Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Homeland Park Primary's student population of 427 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
427 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Homeland Park Primary is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)55-59%
71%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)55-59%
72%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
28%
13%
Black
38%
31%
White
27%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Homeland Park Primary often compared to?
Homeland Park Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Flat Rock Elementary School, Calhoun Academy Of The Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 71% SC state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 72% SC state average).
How many students attend Homeland Park Primary?
427 students attend Homeland Park Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Homeland Park Primary students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Homeland Park Primary?
Homeland Park Primary has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Homeland Park Primary offer ?
Homeland Park Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Homeland Park Primary part of?
Homeland Park Primary is part of Anderson 05 School District.
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