Serving 571 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Honea Path Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to 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 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Honea Path Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Honea Path Elementary School's student population of 571 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
571 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Motto
Where We Strive to Bee the Best!
School Rankings
Honea Path Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Honea Path Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#353 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
16%
31%
White
71%
46%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.5%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Honea Path Elementary School's ranking?
Honea Path Elementary School is ranked #353 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Honea Path Elementary School?
571 students attend Honea Path Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Honea Path Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Honea Path Elementary School?
Honea Path Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Honea Path Elementary School offer ?
Honea Path Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Honea Path Elementary School part of?
Honea Path Elementary School is part of Anderson 02 School District.
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