Serving 532 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Pendleton Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 532 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pendleton Elementary School's student population of 532 students has grown by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
532 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Pendleton 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 Pendleton Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#484 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
23%
31%
White
56%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pendleton Elementary School's ranking?
Pendleton Elementary School is ranked #484 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Pendleton Elementary School often compared to?
Pendleton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mt. Lebanon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Pendleton Elementary School?
532 students attend Pendleton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Pendleton Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pendleton Elementary School?
Pendleton Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pendleton Elementary School offer ?
Pendleton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pendleton Elementary School part of?
Pendleton Elementary School is part of Anderson 04 School District.
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