Serving 510 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Griggs Road Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than 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 29% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 510 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Griggs Road Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Griggs Road Elementary School's student population of 510 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
510 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Griggs Road Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Griggs Road Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#207 out of 1118 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
9%
31%
White
71%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Griggs Road Elementary School's ranking?
Griggs Road Elementary School is ranked #207 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Griggs Road Elementary School often compared to?
Griggs Road Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crowders Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Griggs Road Elementary School?
510 students attend Griggs Road Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Griggs Road Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Griggs Road Elementary School?
Griggs Road Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Griggs Road Elementary School offer ?
Griggs Road Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Griggs Road Elementary School part of?
Griggs Road Elementary School is part of York 02 School District.
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