Serving 352 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pomaria-garmany 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 50-54% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 352 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pomaria-garmany Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Pomaria-garmany Elementary School's student population of 352 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
352 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Pomaria-garmany 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 Pomaria-garmany Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#413 out of 1154 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
19%
14%
Black
21%
31%
White
54%
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
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
3%
5%
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 Pomaria-garmany Elementary School's ranking?
Pomaria-garmany Elementary School is ranked #413 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Pomaria-garmany Elementary School?
352 students attend Pomaria-garmany Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Pomaria-garmany Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pomaria-garmany Elementary School?
Pomaria-garmany Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pomaria-garmany Elementary School offer ?
Pomaria-garmany Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pomaria-garmany Elementary School part of?
Pomaria-garmany Elementary School is part of Newberry 01 School District.
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