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Dr. Benjamin E. Mays Elementary

1608 Florida Avenue, Greenwood, SC 29646, United States
+1 (864) 941-5535
5.2
Overall Rating

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Dr. Benjamin E. Mays Elementary Overview

About This School

Dr. Benjamin E. Mays Elementary is a public elementary in Greenwood, South Carolina, serving 680 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 53% in ELA and 50% in math. The school maintains a 15:1 student-teacher ratio with 44 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $69,814. One counselor is available to support the student body. The student population at the school is 53% male and 47% female. Regarding ethnicity, the student body is 46% White, 36% Black, 14% Hispanic, and 3% Two or More Races.

680
Total Students
PK-5
15:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
44 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts53%
Mathematics50%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
PK-5
County
Greenwood County
Students per Counselor
680:1

Dr. Benjamin E. Mays Elementary Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

53%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 46%State Avg: 52%
50%
Mathematics
City Avg: 38%State Avg: 42%
N/A
Science

Class Information

15:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 12.5:1
State Avg: 13.4:1
680
Students per Counselor

Dr. Benjamin E. Mays Elementary Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
44

Average Teacher Salary

$69,814
City Avg: $68,633
State Avg: $67,340

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Students per Counselor680:1

Dr. Benjamin E. Mays Elementary Student Demographics

Student Body

52.5%
Male
47.5%
Female
Total Enrollment: 680 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White45.74%
Hispanic13.97%
Asian0.44%
Black35.88%
Two or More Races2.94%
Native American0.44%

Dr. Benjamin E. Mays Elementary Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Benjamin E. Mays Elementary

Q: What is Dr. Benjamin E. Mays Elementary?

A: Dr. Benjamin E. Mays Elementary is a elementary public located in Greenwood.

Q: How many students attend Dr. Benjamin E. Mays Elementary?

A: Dr. Benjamin E. Mays Elementary has approximately 680 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr. Benjamin E. Mays Elementary?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Dr. Benjamin E. Mays Elementary is 15:1.

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Detailed Information about Dr. Benjamin E. Mays Elementary

Dr. Benjamin E. Mays Elementary is a public elementary in Greenwood, South Carolina, serving 680 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 53% in ELA and 50% in math. The school maintains a 15:1 student-teacher ratio with 44 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $69,814. One counselor is available to support the student body. The student population at the school is 53% male and 47% female. Regarding ethnicity, the student body is 46% White, 36% Black, 14% Hispanic, and 3% Two or More Races.

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About Dr. Benjamin E. Mays Elementary - Greenwood, SC

Quick Facts about Dr. Benjamin E. Mays Elementary
School NameDr. Benjamin E. Mays Elementary
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsPK-5
Location1608 Florida Avenue, Greenwood, SC 29646, Greenwood, SC
CountyGreenwood County
Phone+1 (864) 941-5535
Total Students680
Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Full-Time Teachers44
Rating5.2/10
ELA Proficiency53%
Math Proficiency50%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Benjamin E. Mays Elementary

What is Dr. Benjamin E. Mays Elementary?

Dr. Benjamin E. Mays Elementary is a elementary public located in Greenwood.

How many students attend Dr. Benjamin E. Mays Elementary?

Dr. Benjamin E. Mays Elementary has approximately 680 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr. Benjamin E. Mays Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Dr. Benjamin E. Mays Elementary is 15:1.

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