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Cherrydale Elementary

Elementary School · Greenville 01

302 Perry Road, Greenville, SC 29609

Enrollment

652

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

3.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#1,060 of 1,176

In Greenville

#49 of 51

public schools

In district

#84 of 88

Greenville 01

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Cherrydale Elementary

3.9/10

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

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3.5/10

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About Cherrydale Elementary

Cherrydale Elementary is a public elementary school in Greenville, SC, part of Greenville 01. Cherrydale Elementary serves approximately 652 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Cherrydale Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,060 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Cherrydale Elementary show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.9 pts below district
  • This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 6.8
  • SC avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.71 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.3Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency28% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-8.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
Resources & Environment6.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,375
Chronic Absenteeism26.8%

Cherrydale Elementary — Students at Cherrydale Elementary score 28% 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 49.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 44.1% (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
77%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
76%
ELA
76%
2014
Math
49%
ELA
18%
2015
Math
33%
ELA
25%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
26%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
26%
2018
Math
44%
ELA
35%
2019
Math
44%
ELA
35%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
19%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
19%
2022
Math
30%
ELA
26%

* 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: 2.7/10.

How Cherrydale Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
3.9/10
10th percentile in SC
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.3/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
51 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.8%

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

302 Perry Road, Greenville, SC 29609

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cherrydale Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stone Academy (rated 8.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Meyer Center for Special Children (rated 8.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, U U WORLD OF CHILDREN (rated 7.9/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Greenville, see our Greenville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Lakeview Middle Greenville 1.1 mi 3.5
HAMPTON PARK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Greenville 1.4 mi 4.9
Stone Academy Greenville 1.6 mi 8.4
Legacy Early College Greenville 1.9 mi 8.5
Monaview Elementary Greenville 1.7 mi 6.6
Duncan Chapel Elementary Greenville 2.0 mi 5.4
U U WORLD OF CHILDREN Greenville 2.0 mi 7.9
ST MARYS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greenville 2.2 mi 5.9
Summit Drive Elementary Greenville 1.9 mi 7.6
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN ACADEMY DOWNTOWN Greenville 2.3 mi 3.1
HAYNSWORTH SCHOOL Greenville 2.3 mi
A.J. Whittenberg Elementary Greenville 2.5 mi 7.4
FOOTPRINTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Greenville 2.4 mi
Meyer Center for Special Children Greenville 2.0 mi 8.3
ST ANTHONY OF PADUA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greenville 2.5 mi 6.4
Alexander Elementary Greenville 2.4 mi 4.2
UPSTATE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Greenville 2.7 mi
League Academy Greenville 2.3 mi 6.3
SC Governor's School for Arts and Humanities Greenville 2.9 mi 8.6
Berea Elementary Greenville 2.4 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29609 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,837

Median Home Value

$303,800

Median Rent

$1,078/mo

Population

31,080

College Educated

47%

Homeownership

61.6%

Avg Commute

22.1 min

Poverty Rate

15.2%

Median Age

39.8

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

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W. B. Goodwin Elementary North Charleston, SC 3.9
Whale Branch Elementary Seabrook, SC 3.9
Andrews Elementary Andrews, SC 3.8
Boulder Bluff Elementary Goose Creek, SC 4.0
Eastside Elementary Clinton, SC 4.0
Kingsbury Elementary Sumter, SC 4.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cherrydale Elementary

What grades does Cherrydale Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Cherrydale Elementary?

Cherrydale Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 652 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cherrydale Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Cherrydale Elementary is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cherrydale Elementary rank in SC?

Cherrydale Elementary ranks #1,060 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Cherrydale Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Cherrydale Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Cherrydale Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cherrydale Elementary has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Cherrydale Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Cherrydale Elementary a Title I school?

No, Cherrydale Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

100.0% of students at Cherrydale 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
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
652
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
51
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Greenville County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.8%

District

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

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