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Hollis Academy

Elementary School · Greenville 01

200 Goodrich Street, Greenville, SC 29611

Enrollment

572

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#588 of 1,176

In Greenville

#30 of 51

public schools

In district

#53 of 88

Greenville 01

School environment

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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Hollis Academy

6.3/10

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

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About Hollis Academy

Hollis Academy is a public elementary school in Greenville, SC, part of Greenville 01. Hollis Academy serves approximately 572 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Hollis Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #588 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Hollis Academy show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • SC avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.31 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency38% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+1.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile45th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,375
Chronic Absenteeism25.7%

Hollis Academy — Students at Hollis Academy score 38% 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 51.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 42.6% (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
75%
ELA
70%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
63%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
61%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
71%
2013
Math
66%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
44%
ELA
18%
2015
Math
41%
ELA
30%
2016
Math
43%
ELA
31%
2017
Math
46%
ELA
35%
2018
Math
49%
ELA
36%
2019
Math
49%
ELA
36%
2020*
Math
28%
ELA
21%
2021*
Math
28%
ELA
21%
2022
Math
39%
ELA
37%

* 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: 6.2/10.

How Hollis Academy Compares

See how Hollis Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
50th percentile in SC
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
50 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.7%

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

200 Goodrich Street, Greenville, SC 29611

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hollis Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Augusta Circle Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is A.J. Whittenberg Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Welcome Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Greenville, see our Greenville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
TABERNACLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Greenville 1.0 mi 7.0
Welcome Elementary Greenville 1.1 mi 6.7
FOOTPRINTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Greenville 1.2 mi
UPSTATE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Greenville 1.2 mi
BEST SKILLS ACADEMY Greenville 1.1 mi
ST ANTHONY OF PADUA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greenville 1.3 mi 6.4
Greenville Senior High Academy Greenville 1.3 mi 7.4
Carolina Academy (High) Greenville 1.6 mi 6.2
A.J. Whittenberg Elementary Greenville 1.6 mi 7.4
Alexander Elementary Greenville 1.7 mi 4.2
Legacy Early College Greenville 1.8 mi 8.5
SC Governor's School for Arts and Humanities Greenville 1.8 mi 8.6
ST MARYS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greenville 2.1 mi 5.9
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN ACADEMY DOWNTOWN Greenville 2.1 mi 3.1
Monaview Elementary Greenville 2.5 mi 6.6
Augusta Circle Elementary Greenville 2.2 mi 8.4
Tanglewood Middle Greenville 2.3 mi 4.5
WESTMINSTER WEEKDAY SCHOOL Greenville 2.3 mi 3.8
VERITAS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Greenville 2.5 mi 6.3
Thomas E. Kerns Elementary Greenville 2.9 mi 4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29611 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$47,046

Median Home Value

$163,600

Median Rent

$1,092/mo

Population

33,387

College Educated

18.6%

Homeownership

53.4%

Avg Commute

27 min

Poverty Rate

23%

Median Age

34

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Allendale-Fairfax Elementary Fairfax, SC 6.3
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Carver-Lyon Elementary Columbia, SC 6.3
Dr. Benjamin E. Mays Elementary Greenwood, SC 6.3
Duncan Elementary School of the Arts Duncan, SC 6.3
Hilton Head Island School for the Creative Arts Hilton Head Island, SC 6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hollis Academy

What grades does Hollis Academy serve?

Hollis Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Hollis Academy?

Hollis Academy has an enrollment of approximately 572 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hollis Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Hollis Academy is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hollis Academy rank in SC?

Hollis Academy ranks #588 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Hollis Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Hollis Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Hollis Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hollis Academy has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Hollis Academy a charter school?

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

Is Hollis Academy a Title I school?

No, Hollis Academy is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hollis Academy?

100.0% of students at Hollis Academy 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
30 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
572
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
50
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Greenville County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.7%

District

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

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