Needs Improvement
#1119 of 1,176 schools in SC
A. J. Lewis Greenview Elementary
Elementary School · Richland 01
726 Easter Street, Columbia, SC 29203
Enrollment
353
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
353
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#1,119 of 1,176
In Columbia
#70 of 72
public schools
In district
#45 of 47
Richland 01
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About A. J. Lewis Greenview Elementary
A. J. Lewis Greenview Elementary is a public elementary school in Columbia, SC, part of Richland 01.
A. J. Lewis Greenview Elementary serves approximately 353 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio.
A. J. Lewis Greenview Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,119 of 1,176 schools in SC.
Structured state assessment records for A. J. Lewis Greenview Elementary show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.2
- SC avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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A. J. Lewis Greenview Elementary — Students at A. J. Lewis Greenview Elementary score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from SC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.8/10.
How A. J. Lewis Greenview Elementary Compares
See how A. J. Lewis Greenview Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
726 Easter Street, Columbia, SC 29203
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering A. J. Lewis Greenview Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Satchel Ford Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bradley Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Joseph Keels Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Columbia, see our Columbia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| V.V.REID SCHOOL Columbia | 0.3 mi | — |
| V.V. REID SCHOOL, LLC Columbia | 0.3 mi | — |
| SC Whitmore School Columbia | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Pendergrass Fairwold School Columbia | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Palmetto Achievement Center for Excellence Academy Columbia | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| SONLIGHT HERITAGE ACADEMY Columbia | 1.7 mi | — |
| J. P. Thomas Elementary Columbia | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Burton Pack Elementary Columbia | 1.9 mi | 3.6 |
| W. G. Sanders Middle Columbia | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| W.J. Keenan High Columbia | 2.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Arden Elementary Columbia | 2.0 mi | 3.4 |
| Alcorn Middle Columbia | 2.2 mi | 4.4 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL Columbia | 2.6 mi | — |
| Bradley Elementary Columbia | 2.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Joseph Keels Elementary Columbia | 2.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Satchel Ford Elementary Columbia | 2.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Dent Middle Columbia | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Carolina School for Inquiry Columbia | 2.5 mi | 4.2 |
| CENTER FOR LEARNING INC Columbia | 2.8 mi | 6.2 |
| W. A. Perry Middle Columbia | 2.8 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,371
Median Home Value
$121,600
Median Rent
$1,041/mo
Population
40,811
College Educated
21.9%
Homeownership
47.9%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
28.3%
Median Age
34.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arden Elementary Columbia, SC | 3.4 |
| Bells Elementary Ruffin, SC | 3.4 |
| E.B. Ellington Elementary Ravenel, SC | 3.4 |
| Erwin Elementary Lancaster, SC | 3.4 |
| Foster Park Elementary Union, SC | 3.4 |
| Waterloo Elementary Waterloo, SC | 3.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about A. J. Lewis Greenview Elementary
What grades does A. J. Lewis Greenview Elementary serve?
A. J. Lewis Greenview Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend A. J. Lewis Greenview Elementary?
A. J. Lewis Greenview Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 353 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at A. J. Lewis Greenview Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at A. J. Lewis Greenview Elementary is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does A. J. Lewis Greenview Elementary rank in SC?
A. J. Lewis Greenview Elementary ranks #1,119 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is A. J. Lewis Greenview Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
A. J. Lewis Greenview Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at A. J. Lewis Greenview Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, A. J. Lewis Greenview Elementary has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is A. J. Lewis Greenview Elementary a charter school?
No, A. J. Lewis Greenview Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is A. J. Lewis Greenview Elementary a Title I school?
No, A. J. Lewis Greenview Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for A. J. Lewis Greenview Elementary?
100.0% of students at A. J. Lewis Greenview Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 353
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Richland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.7%
- Phone
- (803) 735-3417
Resources & Links
District
Richland 01- District Enrollment
- 22,123
- Schools in District
- 48
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,992
- District Rank
- #45 of 47
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