Serving 545 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Philip Simmons 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 60-64% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 545 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Philip Simmons Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Philip Simmons Elementary School's student population of 545 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
545 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Philip Simmons 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 Philip Simmons Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#219 out of 1118 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
13%
31%
White
77%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
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 Philip Simmons Elementary School's ranking?
Philip Simmons Elementary School is ranked #219 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Philip Simmons Elementary School often compared to?
Philip Simmons Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Daniel Island School, Cainhoy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Philip Simmons Elementary School?
545 students attend Philip Simmons Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Philip Simmons Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Philip Simmons Elementary School?
Philip Simmons Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Philip Simmons Elementary School offer ?
Philip Simmons Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Philip Simmons Elementary School part of?
Philip Simmons Elementary School is part of Berkeley 01 School District.
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