Needs Improvement
#1150 of 1,176 schools in SC
Cherryvale Elementary
Elementary School · Sumter 01
1420 Furman Drive, Sumter, SC 29154
Enrollment
478
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
2.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
478
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
2.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#1,150 of 1,176
In Sumter
#15 of 20
public schools
In district
#17 of 24
Sumter 01
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Cherryvale Elementary
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About Cherryvale Elementary
Cherryvale Elementary is a public elementary school in Sumter, SC, part of Sumter 01. Cherryvale Elementary serves approximately 478 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Cherryvale Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,150 of 1,176 schools in SC.
Structured state assessment records for Cherryvale Elementary show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
- This school 2.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.0
- SC avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Cherryvale Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Cherryvale Elementary — Students at Cherryvale Elementary score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 test records from SC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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 Cherryvale Elementary Compares
See how Cherryvale Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1420 Furman Drive, Sumter, SC 29154
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cherryvale Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WEDGEFIELD UNIVERSITY FOR KIDS (rated 7.0/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Wedgefield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Alice Drive Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 5.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Liberty STEAM Charter School (rated 6.8/10, 6.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sumter, see our Sumter schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| High Hills Elementary Shaw Air Force Base | 2.0 mi | 2.7 |
| Shaw Heights Elementary Shaw Air Force Base | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Oakland Primary Sumter | 2.4 mi | 5.1 |
| WILSON HALL Sumter | 3.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Hillcrest Middle Dalzell | 5.0 mi | 4.6 |
| THOMAS SUMTER ACADEMY Rembert | 5.2 mi | 6.1 |
| WEDGEFIELD UNIVERSITY FOR KIDS Wedgefield | 5.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Ebenezer Middle Sumter | 5.4 mi | 2.2 |
| Alice Drive Elementary Sumter | 5.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Alice Drive Middle Sumter | 5.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Millwood Elementary Sumter | 5.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Sumter High School Sumter | 5.9 mi | 6.8 |
| TEMPLE CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Sumter | 5.8 mi | — |
| WESTSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sumter | 6.3 mi | 4.0 |
| SUMTER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sumter | 6.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Willow Drive Elementary Sumter | 6.1 mi | 2.1 |
| Liberty STEAM Charter School Sumter | 6.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Kingsbury Elementary Sumter | 7.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Rafting Creek Elementary Rembert | 7.9 mi | 4.2 |
| TRINITY DAY SCHOOL Sumter | 7.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29154 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,105
Median Home Value
$182,600
Median Rent
$1,107/mo
Population
29,659
College Educated
25.4%
Homeownership
73%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Median Age
36.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brooklyn Springs Elementary Lancaster, SC | 2.9 |
| Pocalla Springs Elementary Sumter, SC | 2.9 |
| Sangaree Intermediate Summerville, SC | 2.9 |
| Theodore Lester Elementary Florence, SC | 2.9 |
| Wallace Gregg Elementary Florence, SC | 2.9 |
| Chicora Elementary North Charleston, SC | 3.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cherryvale Elementary
What grades does Cherryvale Elementary serve?
Cherryvale Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Cherryvale Elementary?
Cherryvale Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 478 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cherryvale Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cherryvale Elementary is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cherryvale Elementary rank in SC?
Cherryvale Elementary ranks #1,150 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is Cherryvale Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cherryvale Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 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 Cherryvale Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cherryvale Elementary has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
Is Cherryvale Elementary a charter school?
No, Cherryvale Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cherryvale Elementary a Title I school?
No, Cherryvale Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cherryvale Elementary?
100.0% of students at Cherryvale 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 478
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Sumter County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.3%
- Phone
- (803) 494-8200
Resources & Links
District
Sumter 01- District Enrollment
- 14,301
- Schools in District
- 25
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,795
- District Rank
- #17 of 24
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