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#487 of 1,176 schools in SC

Top 41% in state

Homewood Elementary

Elementary School · Horry 01

108 North Clemson Circle, Conway, SC 29526

Enrollment

668

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#487 of 1,176

In Conway

#6 of 14

public schools

In district

#30 of 55

Horry 01

School environment

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Homewood Elementary

6.7/10

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

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About Homewood Elementary

Homewood Elementary is a public elementary school in Conway, SC, part of Horry 01. Homewood Elementary serves approximately 668 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Homewood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #487 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Homewood Elementary show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • 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-3.29 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.0Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency44% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+7.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile56th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,222
Chronic Absenteeism24.3%

Homewood Elementary — Students at Homewood 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 54.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 50.3% (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
79%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
65%
2012
Math
78%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
70%
ELA
71%
2014
Math
48%
ELA
28%
2015
Math
46%
ELA
40%
2016
Math
46%
ELA
36%
2017
Math
48%
ELA
38%
2018
Math
48%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
48%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
36%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
36%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
44%
ELA
44%

* 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 Homewood Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.7/10
59th percentile in SC
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
54 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.3%

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

108 North Clemson Circle, Conway, SC 29526

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Homewood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. South Conway Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 3.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Kingston Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 7.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Conway Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Conway, see our Conway schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.7 mi
School Distance Rating
CONWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Conway 1.4 mi 5.3
Conway Elementary Conway 1.7 mi 7.2
Conway Middle Conway 2.0 mi 5.5
Conway High Conway 2.0 mi 6.2
Whittemore Park Middle Conway 2.7 mi 5.2
South Conway Elementary Conway 3.9 mi 7.7
Waccamaw Elementary Conway 4.5 mi 6.7
Palmetto Academy of Learning Motorsports (PALM) Conway 5.2 mi 8.1
Academy of Hope Charter Conway 4.9 mi 4.5
Black Water Middle Conway 5.7 mi 5.0
HCS Early College High Conway 6.1 mi 8.8
HCS Scholars Academy High Conway 6.2 mi 6.6
Pee Dee Elementary Conway 6.9 mi 6.6
Kingston Elementary Conway 7.2 mi 7.7
Carolina Forest High Myrtle Beach 8.1 mi 7.0
Palmetto Bays Elementary Myrtle Beach 10.1 mi 7.1
Carolina Forest Elementary Myrtle Beach 9.5 mi 6.6
Forestbrook Middle Myrtle Beach 11.3 mi 5.2
Forestbrook Elementary Myrtle Beach 11.4 mi 6.8
ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Myrtle Beach 10.7 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29526 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,490

Median Home Value

$232,100

Median Rent

$943/mo

Population

51,176

College Educated

22.6%

Homeownership

76.6%

Avg Commute

23.6 min

Poverty Rate

15.5%

Median Age

41

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Homewood Elementary

What grades does Homewood Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Homewood Elementary?

Homewood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 668 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Homewood Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Homewood Elementary is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Homewood Elementary rank in SC?

Homewood Elementary ranks #487 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Homewood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Homewood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Homewood Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Homewood Elementary has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Homewood Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Homewood Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

100.0% of students at Homewood 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
34 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
668
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
54
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Horry County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.3%

District

Horry 01
District Enrollment
48,205
Schools in District
57
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,222
District Rank
#30 of 55

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