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#387 of 1,176 schools in SC

Top 33% in state

Bethel-hanberry Elementary

Elementary School · Richland 02

125 Boney Road, Blythewood, SC 29016

Enrollment

721

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#387 of 1,176

In Blythewood

#5 of 10

public schools

In district

#12 of 32

Richland 02

School environment

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Bethel-hanberry Elementary

7.1/10

Elementary School in Blythewood · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.9/10

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7.1/10

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About Bethel-hanberry Elementary

Bethel-hanberry Elementary is a public elementary school in Blythewood, SC, part of Richland 02. Bethel-hanberry Elementary serves approximately 721 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Bethel-hanberry Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #387 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Bethel-hanberry Elementary show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.6
  • SC avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.12 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.7Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency60% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency60% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency60% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+0.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,024
Chronic Absenteeism15.3%

Bethel-hanberry Elementary — Students at Bethel-hanberry Elementary score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

48.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 73.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 66.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from SC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
93%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
88%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
89%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
88%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
70%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
71%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
68%
ELA
53%
2017
Math
74%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
73%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
73%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
48%
ELA
49%
2021*
Math
48%
ELA
49%
2022
Math
60%
ELA
60%

* 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: 6.5/10.

How Bethel-hanberry Elementary Compares

See how Bethel-hanberry Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.1/10
67th percentile in SC
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
48%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
52 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

125 Boney Road, Blythewood, SC 29016

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bethel-hanberry Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lake Carolina Elementary Lower Campus (rated 9.0/10, 5.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Round Top Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Lake Carolina Elementary Upper Campus (rated 8.1/10, 5.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Blythewood, see our Blythewood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Blythewood High Blythewood 0.7 mi 8.9
Muller Road Middle Blythewood 1.6 mi 7.1
Langford Elementary Blythewood 1.9 mi 6.8
Round Top Elementary Blythewood 2.8 mi 8.1
Westwood High Blythewood 3.5 mi 6.9
Blythewood Middle Blythewood 3.1 mi 6.7
Sandlapper Elementary Columbia 4.7 mi 5.8
Longleaf Middle Columbia 5.1 mi 5.9
Geiger Elementary Ridgeway 5.9 mi 7.5
Lake Carolina Elementary Upper Campus Blythewood 5.0 mi 8.1
Ridge View High Columbia 5.4 mi 7.4
Rice Creek Elementary Columbia 5.6 mi 5.4
Lake Carolina Elementary Lower Campus Blythewood 5.4 mi 9.0
Killian Elementary Columbia 6.2 mi 5.6
Kelly Mill Middle Blythewood 5.5 mi 5.4
LAKE MURRAY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Columbia 6.2 mi
W.J. Keenan High Columbia 8.1 mi 7.5
North Springs Elementary Columbia 7.5 mi 6.1
Summit Parkway Middle Columbia 7.6 mi 5.0
Bridge Creek Elementary Elgin 7.7 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29016 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$100,122

Median Home Value

$330,900

Median Rent

$1,265/mo

Population

29,193

College Educated

49.6%

Homeownership

83.2%

Avg Commute

29.9 min

Poverty Rate

6.2%

Median Age

40.4

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Bluffton Elementary Bluffton, SC 7.1
Boiling Springs Elementary Boiling Springs, SC 7.1
Drayton Hall Elementary Charleston, SC 7.1
Ebenezer Avenue Elementary: Traditional Montesorri Inquiry Rock Hill, SC 7.1
Fountain Inn Elementary Fountain Inn, SC 7.1
L. B. Nelson Elementary Columbia, SC 7.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bethel-hanberry Elementary

What grades does Bethel-hanberry Elementary serve?

Bethel-hanberry Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Bethel-hanberry Elementary?

Bethel-hanberry Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 721 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bethel-hanberry Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Bethel-hanberry Elementary is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bethel-hanberry Elementary rank in SC?

Bethel-hanberry Elementary ranks #387 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Bethel-hanberry Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Bethel-hanberry Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Bethel-hanberry Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bethel-hanberry Elementary has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Bethel-hanberry Elementary a charter school?

No, Bethel-hanberry Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bethel-hanberry Elementary a Title I school?

No, Bethel-hanberry Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bethel-hanberry Elementary?

48.1% of students at Bethel-hanberry 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
36 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
721
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
52
Free/Reduced Lunch
48.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Richland County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.3%

District

Richland 02
District Enrollment
28,917
Schools in District
32
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,024
District Rank
#12 of 32

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