Serving 328 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mayo 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 65-69% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher 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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mayo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Mayo Elementary School's student population of 328 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
328 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mayo 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 Mayo Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#257 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
3%
31%
White
84%
46%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mayo Elementary School's ranking?
Mayo Elementary School is ranked #257 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?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Mayo Elementary School?
328 students attend Mayo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Mayo Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mayo Elementary School?
Mayo Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mayo Elementary School offer ?
Mayo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mayo Elementary School part of?
Mayo Elementary School is part of Spartanburg 02 School District.
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