Serving 785 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Drayton Mills 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 36% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (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 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 785 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Drayton Mills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Drayton Mills Elementary School's student population of 785 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
785 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Rankings
Drayton Mills 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 Drayton Mills Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#796 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
22%
14%
Black
43%
31%
White
26%
47%
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 (19-20)
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Drayton Mills Elementary School's ranking?
Drayton Mills Elementary School is ranked #796 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Drayton Mills Elementary School?
785 students attend Drayton Mills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Drayton Mills Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Drayton Mills Elementary School?
Drayton Mills Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Drayton Mills Elementary School offer ?
Drayton Mills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Drayton Mills Elementary School part of?
Drayton Mills Elementary School is part of Spartanburg 07 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
We absolutely have always loved Drayton Mills and its principal Mr. Webster! My oldest went here and now my youngest and I couldn't be more excited for my kiddo!
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