Serving 56 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Pendergrass Fairwold School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 56 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pendergrass Fairwold School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Pendergrass Fairwold School's student population of 56 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 44% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
56 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Pendergrass Fairwold School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pendergrass Fairwold School is 0.35, 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
#495 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
79%
31%
White
16%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)<50%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
6%
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 Pendergrass Fairwold School's ranking?
Pendergrass Fairwold School is ranked #495 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Pendergrass Fairwold School often compared to?
Pendergrass Fairwold Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Springs Academy, Washington Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pendergrass Fairwold School?
The graduation rate of Pendergrass Fairwold School is 50%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Pendergrass Fairwold School?
56 students attend Pendergrass Fairwold School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Pendergrass Fairwold School students are Black, 16% of students are White, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pendergrass Fairwold School?
Pendergrass Fairwold School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pendergrass Fairwold School offer ?
Pendergrass Fairwold School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pendergrass Fairwold School part of?
Pendergrass Fairwold School is part of Richland 01 School District.
In what neighborhood is Pendergrass Fairwold School located?
Pendergrass Fairwold School is located in the Greenview neighborhood of Columbia, SC. There are 2 other public schools located in Greenview.
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