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#390 of 1,176 schools in SC

Top 33% in state

Boiling Springs Elementary

Elementary School · Spartanburg 02

700 Double Bridge Road, Boiling Springs, SC 29316

Enrollment

854

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#390 of 1,176

In Boiling Springs

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#6 of 14

Spartanburg 02

Academic performance

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Boiling Springs Elementary

7.1/10

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

Boiling Springs High

6.8/10

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8.4/10

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About Boiling Springs Elementary

Boiling Springs Elementary is a public elementary school in Boiling Springs, SC, part of Spartanburg 02. Boiling Springs Elementary serves approximately 854 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Boiling Springs Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #390 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Boiling Springs Elementary show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.4
  • SC avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.38 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+9.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile71th
Resources & Environment4.2Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,785
Chronic Absenteeism19.6%

Boiling Springs Elementary — Students at Boiling Springs Elementary score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

76.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 68.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 62.3% (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
83%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
59%
ELA
26%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
61%
ELA
41%
2017
Math
66%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
70%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
70%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
57%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How Boiling Springs Elementary Compares

See how Boiling Springs Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.1/10
67th percentile in SC
Academic
8.1/10
Excellent
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
4.2/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
76%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
57 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.6%

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

700 Double Bridge Road, Boiling Springs, SC 29316

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Boiling Springs Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Shoally Creek Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Carlisle-Foster's Grove Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Chesnee), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Sugar Ridge Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Boiling Springs, see our Boiling Springs schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Boiling Springs High Boiling Springs 0.9 mi 6.8
Shoally Creek Elementary Boiling Springs 1.9 mi 8.4
Sugar Ridge Elementary Boiling Springs 2.0 mi 7.6
Boiling Springs Middle Inman 2.2 mi 5.4
Oakland Elementary Inman 2.4 mi 6.7
James H. Hendrix Elementary Boiling Springs 2.6 mi 6.8
UMC OF THE COVENANT CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Spartanburg 2.5 mi
Lone Oak Elementary Spartanburg 3.5 mi 4.9
KIDS FIRST CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Chesnee 3.6 mi
Rainbow Lake Middle Chesnee 4.4 mi 4.6
High Point Academy Spartanburg 4.3 mi 8.8
Arcadia Elementary Spartanburg 5.1 mi 3.8
Carlisle-Foster's Grove Elementary Chesnee 4.6 mi 8.0
The Cleveland Academy of Leadership Spartanburg 5.9 mi 7.1
Spartanburg Six Child Development Center Spartanburg 6.1 mi
Jesse S. Bobo Elementary Spartanburg 6.3 mi 4.0
Fairforest Middle Spartanburg 6.3 mi 4.2
Fairforest Elementary Spartanburg 5.9 mi 5.5
OAKBROOK PREPARATORY SCHOOL Spartanburg 6.7 mi 7.8
ST PAUL THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Spartanburg 6.8 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29316 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,808

Median Home Value

$227,700

Median Rent

$1,133/mo

Population

31,874

College Educated

26.4%

Homeownership

79.1%

Avg Commute

25.2 min

Poverty Rate

10.4%

Median Age

35

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Palmetto Bays Elementary Myrtle Beach, SC 7.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Boiling Springs Elementary

What grades does Boiling Springs Elementary serve?

Boiling Springs Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Boiling Springs Elementary?

Boiling Springs Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 854 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Boiling Springs Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Boiling Springs Elementary is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Boiling Springs Elementary rank in SC?

Boiling Springs Elementary ranks #390 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Boiling Springs Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Boiling Springs 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 Boiling Springs Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Boiling Springs Elementary has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Boiling Springs Elementary a charter school?

No, Boiling Springs Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Boiling Springs Elementary a Title I school?

No, Boiling Springs Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Boiling Springs Elementary?

76.2% of students at Boiling Springs 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
22 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
854
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers (FTE)
57
Free/Reduced Lunch
76.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Spartanburg County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.6%

District

Spartanburg 02
District Enrollment
11,977
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,785
District Rank
#6 of 14

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