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Inman Elementary

Elementary School · Spartanburg 01

25 Oakland Avenue, Inman, SC 29349

Enrollment

542

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#622 of 1,176

In Inman

#4 of 7

public schools

In district

#5 of 10

Spartanburg 01

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Inman Elementary

6.2/10

Elementary School in Inman · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

T.e. Mabry Middle

4.7/10

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

Inman Intermediate

4.9/10

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About Inman Elementary

Inman Elementary is a public elementary school in Inman, SC, part of Spartanburg 01. Inman Elementary serves approximately 542 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Inman Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #622 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Inman Elementary show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • SC avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.48 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+3.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
Resources & Environment6.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,970
Chronic Absenteeism22.3%

Inman Elementary — Students at Inman Elementary score 40% 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 70.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 61.3% (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
82%
ELA
97.5%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
82%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
82%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
32%

* 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: 5.8/10.

How Inman Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.2/10
47th percentile in SC
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
5.8/10
Average
Environment
6.8/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.3%

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

25 Oakland Avenue, Inman, SC 29349

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Inman Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sugar Ridge Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Boiling Springs), which scores notably higher. Another option is Boiling Springs Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Boiling Springs), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Lyman Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Lyman), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Inman, see our Inman schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.3 mi
School Distance Rating
T.E. Mabry Middle Inman 0.2 mi 4.7
Inman Intermediate Inman 0.3 mi 4.9
Chapman High Inman 1.0 mi 8.2
Campobello-Gramling School Campobello 4.6 mi 6.9
Fairforest Elementary Spartanburg 5.0 mi 5.5
Sugar Ridge Elementary Boiling Springs 4.5 mi 7.6
UMC OF THE COVENANT CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Spartanburg 5.0 mi
Boiling Springs Middle Inman 5.2 mi 5.4
Oakland Elementary Inman 5.3 mi 6.7
Holly Springs-Motlow Elementary Campobello 5.2 mi 6.0
New Prospect Elementary Inman 6.2 mi 6.5
High Point Academy Spartanburg 6.0 mi 8.8
Wellford Academy of Science and Technology Wellford 6.7 mi 5.6
Lyman Elementary Lyman 6.2 mi 7.0
D. R. Hill Middle Lyman 6.2 mi 4.4
James H. Hendrix Elementary Boiling Springs 6.0 mi 6.8
Boiling Springs Elementary Boiling Springs 6.4 mi 7.1
Landrum High Campobello 7.4 mi 7.6
James F. Byrnes High Duncan 8.1 mi 6.1
Duncan Elementary School of the Arts Duncan 8.3 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29349 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,363

Median Home Value

$233,400

Median Rent

$917/mo

Population

37,314

College Educated

22.5%

Homeownership

88.4%

Avg Commute

29.7 min

Poverty Rate

11.8%

Median Age

41.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Inman Elementary

What grades does Inman Elementary serve?

Inman Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.

How many students attend Inman Elementary?

Inman Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 542 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Inman Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Inman Elementary is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Inman Elementary rank in SC?

Inman Elementary ranks #622 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Inman Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Inman Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Inman Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Inman Elementary has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Inman Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Inman Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

100.0% of students at Inman 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
29 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
542
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Spartanburg County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.3%

District

Spartanburg 01
District Enrollment
5,417
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,970
District Rank
#5 of 10

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