Serving 791 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pontiac Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower 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 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 791 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pontiac Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pontiac Elementary School's student population of 791 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
791 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
School Motto
Creating Joyful Leaders and Learners
School Rankings
Pontiac Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pontiac Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#608 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
16%
14%
Black
55%
31%
White
17%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pontiac Elementary School's ranking?
Pontiac Elementary School is ranked #608 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Pontiac Elementary School often compared to?
Pontiac Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bookman Road Elementary School, Catawba Trail Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Pontiac Elementary School?
791 students attend Pontiac Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Pontiac Elementary School students are Black, 17% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pontiac Elementary School?
Pontiac Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pontiac Elementary School offer ?
Pontiac Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pontiac Elementary School part of?
Pontiac Elementary School is part of Richland 02 School District.
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