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#664 of 1,176 schools in SC

Boundary St. Elementary

Elementary School · Newberry 01

1406 Boundary Street, Newberry, SC 29108

Enrollment

467

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#664 of 1,176

In Newberry

#2 of 6

public schools

In district

#9 of 13

Newberry 01

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Boundary St. Elementary

6.0/10

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

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About Boundary St. Elementary

Boundary St. Elementary is a public elementary school in Newberry, SC, part of Newberry 01. Boundary St.

Elementary serves approximately 467 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Boundary St. Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #664 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Boundary St. Elementary show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • SC avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.84 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile40th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,625
Chronic Absenteeism18.2%

Boundary St. Elementary — Students at Boundary St. Elementary score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 50.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 44.4% (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
77%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
20%
2016
Math
36%
ELA
28%
2017
Math
43%
ELA
28%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
36%
ELA
36%

* 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: 5.0/10.

How Boundary St. Elementary Compares

See how Boundary St. Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
44th percentile in SC
Academic
5.8/10
Average
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.2%

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

1406 Boundary Street, Newberry, SC 29108

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Boundary St. Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Whitmire Community School (Elementary) (rated 7.9/10, 14.2 miles away, in nearby Whitmire), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hollywood Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 13.1 miles away, in nearby Saluda), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Prosperity-Rikard Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Prosperity), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Newberry, see our Newberry schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 17.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Newberry Elementary Newberry 0.8 mi 2.7
Newberry Middle Newberry 1.1 mi 4.2
Gallman Elementary Newberry 1.5 mi 4.1
NEWBERRY ACADEMY Newberry 1.5 mi 6.5
Newberry High Newberry 2.0 mi 6.8
Prosperity-Rikard Elementary Prosperity 6.7 mi 7.5
Reuben Elementary Newberry 6.5 mi 4.0
Mid-Carolina High Prosperity 8.8 mi 7.9
Mid-Carolina Middle Prosperity 9.1 mi 7.0
Pomaria-Garmany Elementary Pomaria 10.6 mi 7.0
Hollywood Elementary Saluda 13.1 mi 7.6
Whitmire Community School (Elementary) Whitmire 14.2 mi 7.9
Whitmire Community School (High) Whitmire 14.2 mi 6.6
Little Mountain Elementary Little Mountain 12.8 mi 7.1
Joanna Woodson Elementary Joanna 14.5 mi 5.4
Piney Woods Elementary Chapin 16.3 mi 7.3
COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Leesville 18.7 mi
Saluda Middle Saluda 19.4 mi 4.3
Saluda High Saluda 19.4 mi 6.1
Odyssey Online Learning Chapin 17.2 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29108 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,529

Median Home Value

$127,900

Median Rent

$846/mo

Population

19,871

College Educated

23.3%

Homeownership

63.7%

Avg Commute

25.4 min

Poverty Rate

22.5%

Median Age

38.7

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Holly Springs-Motlow Elementary Campobello, SC 6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Boundary St. Elementary

What grades does Boundary St. Elementary serve?

Boundary St. Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Boundary St. Elementary?

Boundary St. Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 467 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Boundary St. Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Boundary St. Elementary is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Boundary St. Elementary rank in SC?

Boundary St. Elementary ranks #664 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Boundary St. Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Boundary St. Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Boundary St. Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Boundary St. Elementary has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Boundary St. Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Boundary St. Elementary a Title I school?

No, Boundary St. Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Boundary St. Elementary?

100.0% of students at Boundary St. 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
59 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
467
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Newberry County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.2%

District

Newberry 01
District Enrollment
5,773
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,625
District Rank
#9 of 13

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