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Duncan Chapel Elementary

Elementary School · Greenville 01

210 Duncan Chapel Road, Greenville, SC 29617

Enrollment

583

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#798 of 1,176

In Greenville

#42 of 51

public schools

In district

#71 of 88

Greenville 01

Academic performance

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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5.4/10

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

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About Duncan Chapel Elementary

Duncan Chapel Elementary is a public elementary school in Greenville, SC, part of Greenville 01. Duncan Chapel Elementary serves approximately 583 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Duncan Chapel Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #798 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Duncan Chapel Elementary show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • SC avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

34% of students at Duncan Chapel 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.92 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+8.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile57th
Resources & Environment4.2Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,375
Chronic Absenteeism33.8%

Duncan Chapel Elementary — Students at Duncan Chapel Elementary score 44% proficient, which is above 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 59.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 53.4% (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
89%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
76%
ELA
79%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
83%
2014
Math
53%
ELA
31%
2015
Math
53%
ELA
39%
2016
Math
50%
ELA
38%
2017
Math
54%
ELA
40%
2018
Math
55%
ELA
46%
2019
Math
55%
ELA
46%
2020*
Math
33%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
33%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
46%
ELA
43%

* 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: 4.8/10.

How Duncan Chapel Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.4/10
32th percentile in SC
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
4.2/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.8%

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

210 Duncan Chapel Road, Greenville, SC 29617

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Duncan Chapel Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stone Academy (rated 8.4/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Meyer Center for Special Children (rated 8.3/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, U U WORLD OF CHILDREN (rated 7.9/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Greenville, see our Greenville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
FURMAN UNIVERSITY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Greenville 1.2 mi
Lakeview Middle Greenville 1.5 mi 3.5
Berea Middle Greenville 1.6 mi 3.4
Cherrydale Elementary Greenville 2.0 mi 3.9
HAMPTON PARK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Greenville 2.0 mi 4.9
Armstrong Elementary Greenville 2.0 mi 6.0
U U WORLD OF CHILDREN Greenville 2.2 mi 7.9
Berea Elementary Greenville 2.5 mi 7.5
Monaview Elementary Greenville 2.9 mi 6.6
Berea High Greenville 3.1 mi 5.9
ABUNDANT LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Greenville 2.8 mi 6.1
Legacy Early College Greenville 3.5 mi 8.5
Stone Academy Greenville 3.5 mi 8.4
Alexander Elementary Greenville 3.7 mi 4.2
Meyer Center for Special Children Greenville 3.4 mi 8.3
Summit Drive Elementary Greenville 3.5 mi 7.6
Westcliffe Elementary Greenville 3.8 mi 5.8
FOOTPRINTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Greenville 4.2 mi
ST MARYS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greenville 4.1 mi 5.9
League Academy Greenville 3.7 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29617 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,146

Median Home Value

$217,600

Median Rent

$1,046/mo

Population

26,801

College Educated

27.1%

Homeownership

65.5%

Avg Commute

24.8 min

Poverty Rate

18.5%

Median Age

40.2

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Six Mile Elementary Six Mile, SC 5.4
Wallace Elementary/Middle Wallace, SC 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Duncan Chapel Elementary

What grades does Duncan Chapel Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Duncan Chapel Elementary?

Duncan Chapel Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 583 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Duncan Chapel Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Duncan Chapel Elementary is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Duncan Chapel Elementary rank in SC?

Duncan Chapel Elementary ranks #798 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Duncan Chapel Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Duncan Chapel Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Duncan Chapel Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Duncan Chapel Elementary has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Duncan Chapel Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Duncan Chapel Elementary a Title I school?

No, Duncan Chapel Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

100.0% of students at Duncan Chapel 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
47 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
583
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Greenville County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.8%

District

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

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