Serving 801 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Spearman Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 801 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spearman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Spearman Elementary School's student population of 801 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
801 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Spearman Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spearman Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#186 out of 1154 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
13%
Black
12%
31%
White
71%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spearman Elementary School's ranking?
Spearman Elementary School is ranked #186 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Spearman Elementary School often compared to?
Spearman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wren Elementary School, Sue Cleveland Elementary School, Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Spearman Elementary School?
801 students attend Spearman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Spearman Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spearman Elementary School?
Spearman Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Spearman Elementary School offer ?
Spearman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Spearman Elementary School part of?
Spearman Elementary School is part of Anderson 01 School District.
School Reviews
4 4/5/2024
Amazing school with caring teachers and amazing leadership.
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