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#294 of 1,176 schools in SC

Top 25% in state

Brushy Creek Elementary

Elementary School · Greenville 01

1344 Brushy Creek Road, Taylors, SC 29687

Enrollment

841

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#294 of 1,176

In Taylors

#5 of 9

public schools

In district

#22 of 88

Greenville 01

Academic performance

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Brushy Creek Elementary

7.4/10

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

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About Brushy Creek Elementary

Brushy Creek Elementary is a public elementary school in Taylors, SC, part of Greenville 01. Brushy Creek Elementary serves approximately 841 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Brushy Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #294 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Brushy Creek Elementary show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.8
  • SC avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.33 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency68% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency68% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+7.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile78th
Resources & Environment5.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,375
Chronic Absenteeism12.1%

Brushy Creek Elementary — Students at Brushy Creek Elementary score 68% 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

47.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 77.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 73.4% (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
93%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
89%
2012
Math
86%
ELA
91%
2013
Math
91%
ELA
91%
2014
Math
74%
ELA
54%
2015
Math
69%
ELA
64%
2016
Math
66%
ELA
59%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
65%
2018
Math
74%
ELA
69%
2019
Math
74%
ELA
69%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
67%
ELA
68%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Brushy Creek Elementary Compares

See how Brushy Creek Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.4/10
75th percentile in SC
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
5.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
51 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.1%

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

1344 Brushy Creek Road, Taylors, SC 29687

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brushy Creek Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GREEN Charter School (rated 8.3/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Greenville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Pelham Road Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Greenville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, AS-SABEEL ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Greer), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Taylors, see our Taylors schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Eastside High Taylors 0.2 mi 7.4
PRINCE OF PEACE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Taylors 0.6 mi 6.6
Northwood Middle Taylors 1.0 mi 6.3
Brook Glenn Elementary Taylors 1.4 mi 6.4
Mitchell Road Elementary Greenville 1.7 mi 7.3
TAYLORS FIRST PRE-ACADEMY Taylors 1.9 mi
MITCHELL ROAD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Greenville 1.9 mi 6.1
Buena Vista Elementary Greer 1.7 mi 7.8
Pelham Road Elementary Greenville 2.5 mi 8.1
AS-SABEEL ACADEMY Greer 2.3 mi 8.0
GREEN Charter School Greenville 2.6 mi 8.3
EDWARD RD BAPTIST CHURCH KINDERGARTEN Greenville 2.4 mi
Riverside High Greer 2.4 mi 7.5
Lake Forest Elementary Greenville 2.7 mi 6.5
JOHN KNOX WEEKDAY KINDERGARTEN Greenville 2.7 mi
ALDERSGATE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Greenville 2.8 mi
Riverside Middle Greer 2.9 mi 7.2
Woodland Elementary Greer 2.9 mi 7.3
Taylors Elementary Taylors 3.3 mi 6.8
HIDDEN TREASURE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Taylors 3.1 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29687 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,379

Median Home Value

$247,400

Median Rent

$1,170/mo

Population

43,577

College Educated

39.3%

Homeownership

76.6%

Avg Commute

23.2 min

Poverty Rate

9.8%

Median Age

39.3

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School Rating
Buford Elementary Lancaster, SC 7.4
Chapin Elementary Chapin, SC 7.4
Forest Lake Elementary Columbia, SC 7.4
Midway Elementary Anderson, SC 7.4
Pleasant Hill Elementary Lexington, SC 7.4
Abner Creek Academy Duncan, SC 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brushy Creek Elementary

What grades does Brushy Creek Elementary serve?

Brushy Creek Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Brushy Creek Elementary?

Brushy Creek Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 841 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Brushy Creek Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Brushy Creek Elementary is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Brushy Creek Elementary rank in SC?

Brushy Creek Elementary ranks #294 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Brushy Creek Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Brushy Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Brushy Creek Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Brushy Creek Elementary has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Brushy Creek Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Brushy Creek Elementary a Title I school?

No, Brushy Creek Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brushy Creek Elementary?

47.1% of students at Brushy Creek 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
50 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
841
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
51
Free/Reduced Lunch
47.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Greenville County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.1%

District

Greenville 01
District Enrollment
78,371
Schools in District
93
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,375
District Rank
#22 of 88

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