Serving 1,639 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Ruldolph G. Gordon School At Jones Mill ranks in the top 30% 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 58% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,639 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ruldolph G. Gordon School At Jones Mill ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ruldolph G. Gordon School At Jones Mill's student population of 1,639 students has grown by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 103 teachers has grown by 53% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,639 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
103 teachers
Year Founded
2008
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Ruldolph G. Gordon School At Jones Mill 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 Ruldolph G. Gordon School At Jones Mill is 0.45, 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
#276 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
11%
31%
White
73%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Ruldolph G. Gordon School At Jones Mill's ranking?
Ruldolph G. Gordon School At Jones Mill is ranked #276 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?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Ruldolph G. Gordon School At Jones Mill?
1,639 students attend Ruldolph G. Gordon School At Jones Mill.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Ruldolph G. Gordon School At Jones Mill students are White, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ruldolph G. Gordon School At Jones Mill?
Ruldolph G. Gordon School At Jones Mill has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ruldolph G. Gordon School At Jones Mill offer ?
Ruldolph G. Gordon School At Jones Mill offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ruldolph G. Gordon School At Jones Mill part of?
Ruldolph G. Gordon School At Jones Mill is part of Greenville 01 School District.
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