Serving 798 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Simpsonville Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 63% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% 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: 798 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Simpsonville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Simpsonville Elementary School's student population of 798 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
798 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
Campus Size
5 acres
School Rankings
Simpsonville Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Simpsonville Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#276 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
18%
15%
Black
24%
31%
White
48%
46%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Simpsonville Elementary School's ranking?
Simpsonville Elementary School is ranked #276 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Simpsonville Elementary School?
798 students attend Simpsonville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Simpsonville Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Simpsonville Elementary School?
Simpsonville Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Simpsonville Elementary School offer ?
Simpsonville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Simpsonville Elementary School part of?
Simpsonville Elementary School is part of Greenville 01 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Our family loves this school. The faculty and staff are friendly, the students are being challenged and enriched, and the school-family communication is outstanding. Our family has been through public schooling, private schooling, and homeschooling in Greenville County, and Simpsonville Elementary is the best! The school is beautiful and new. Also, Simpsonville Elementary utilizes new technology, and the students are thoroughly educated in this area.
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