Serving 663 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hammond Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 663 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hammond Hill Elementary School's student population of 663 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
663 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Hammond Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hammond Hill Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#363 out of 1154 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
22%
14%
Black
13%
31%
White
58%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Hammond Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Hammond Hill Elementary School is ranked #363 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Hammond Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Hammond Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Augusta Elementary School, Belvedere Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Hammond Hill Elementary School?
663 students attend Hammond Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Hammond Hill Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hammond Hill Elementary School?
Hammond Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hammond Hill Elementary School offer ?
Hammond Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hammond Hill Elementary School part of?
Hammond Hill Elementary School is part of Aiken 01 School District.
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