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#522 of 1,176 schools in SC

Top 44% in state

East End Elementary

Elementary School · Pickens 01

505 East Second Avenue, Easley, SC 29640

Enrollment

606

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#522 of 1,176

In Easley

#5 of 12

public schools

In district

#6 of 23

Pickens 01

Academic performance

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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East End Elementary

6.6/10

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

Richard H. Gettys Middle

5.2/10

0.5 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Lakes and Bridges Charter School

7.6/10

1.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About East End Elementary

East End Elementary is a public elementary school in Easley, SC, part of Pickens 01. East End Elementary serves approximately 606 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. East End Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #522 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for East End Elementary show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • SC avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.38 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency51% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+1.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile57th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,485
Chronic Absenteeism10.1%

East End Elementary — Students at East End Elementary score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

74.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 68.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 63.9% (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
92%
ELA
95%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
84%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
90%
2013
Math
81%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
60%
ELA
35%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
51%
2016
Math
58%
ELA
51%
2017
Math
63%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
54%
ELA
49%
2021*
Math
54%
ELA
49%
2022
Math
51%
ELA
48%

* 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: 6.1/10.

How East End Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.6/10
56th percentile in SC
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
6.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
75%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.1%

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

505 East Second Avenue, Easley, SC 29640

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering East End Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Powdersville Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Greenville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lakes and Bridges Charter School (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Hunt Meadows Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 5.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Easley, see our Easley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Richard H. Gettys Middle Easley 0.5 mi 5.2
Lakes and Bridges Charter School Easley 1.1 mi 7.6
West End Elementary Easley 1.6 mi 5.7
Forest Acres Elementary Easley 1.5 mi 6.8
McKissick Academy of Science and Technology Easley 1.7 mi 6.6
EASLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Easley 1.6 mi 5.7
Easley High Easley 2.8 mi 7.0
Crosswell Elementary Easley 4.2 mi 5.9
Hunt Meadows Elementary Easley 5.1 mi 7.2
Dacusville Elementary Easley 6.5 mi 5.9
Dacusville Middle Easley 6.8 mi 6.0
Powdersville Middle Greenville 6.4 mi 7.2
Powdersville Elementary Greenville 6.4 mi 7.7
Powdersville High Greenville 6.4 mi 7.5
Liberty Elementary Liberty 6.7 mi 5.3
Pickens Elementary Pickens 6.8 mi 6.0
Concrete Primary Easley 6.8 mi 5.2
Wren Middle Piedmont 7.7 mi 6.3
Wren High Piedmont 7.9 mi 7.3
LAKEVIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pickens 6.9 mi 4.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29640 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,596

Median Home Value

$197,200

Median Rent

$952/mo

Population

32,997

College Educated

21.5%

Homeownership

73.7%

Avg Commute

27 min

Poverty Rate

14.3%

Median Age

40.4

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Barnwell Primary Barnwell, SC 6.6
Beaufort Elementary Beaufort, SC 6.6
Berkeley Preparatory Academy Summerville, SC 6.6
Bethany Elementary Clover, SC 6.6
Lake City Early Childhood Center Lake City, SC 6.6
McKissick Academy of Science and Technology Easley, SC 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about East End Elementary

What grades does East End Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend East End Elementary?

East End Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 606 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at East End Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at East End 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 East End Elementary rank in SC?

East End Elementary ranks #522 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is East End Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

East End Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 East End Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, East End Elementary has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is East End Elementary a charter school?

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

Is East End Elementary a Title I school?

No, East End Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

74.8% of students at East End 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
42 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
606
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
74.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Pickens County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.1%

District

Pickens 01
District Enrollment
16,223
Schools in District
24
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,485
District Rank
#6 of 23

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