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#106 of 1,176 schools in SC

Top 9% in state

Jesse Boyd Elementary

Elementary School · Spartanburg 07

1505 Fernwood Glendale Road, Spartanburg, SC 29307

Enrollment

550

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#106 of 1,176

In Spartanburg

#4 of 25

public schools

In district

#2 of 10

Spartanburg 07

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Jesse Boyd Elementary

8.2/10

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

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7.5/10

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About Jesse Boyd Elementary

Jesse Boyd Elementary is a public elementary school in Spartanburg, SC, part of Spartanburg 07. Jesse Boyd Elementary serves approximately 550 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Jesse Boyd Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #106 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Jesse Boyd Elementary show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.5 pts above district
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.7
  • SC avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.42 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency68% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency65% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+6.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile76th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,371
Chronic Absenteeism16.4%

Jesse Boyd Elementary — Students at Jesse Boyd Elementary score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

50.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 61.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 63.6% (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
86%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
75%
ELA
80%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
86%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
49%
ELA
50%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
38%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
50%
ELA
56%
2019
Math
50%
ELA
56%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
62%
ELA
68%

* 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: 7.5/10.

How Jesse Boyd Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.2/10
91th percentile in SC
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
51%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.4%

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

1505 Fernwood Glendale Road, Spartanburg, SC 29307

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jesse Boyd Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pine St. Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Drayton Mills Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Cannons Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 3.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Spartanburg, see our Spartanburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi
School Distance Rating
McCracken Middle Spartanburg 1.4 mi 6.3
Spartanburg High Spartanburg 1.5 mi 7.7
SPARTANBURG DAY SCHOOL Spartanburg 1.5 mi 7.9
Drayton Mills Elementary Spartanburg 1.6 mi 7.7
Pine St. Elementary Spartanburg 2.1 mi 8.5
Broome High Spartanburg 2.8 mi 7.3
Clifdale Middle Spartanburg 2.7 mi 4.9
SC School for the Blind High Spartanburg 3.2 mi
SC School for the Deaf High Spartanburg 3.2 mi
SC School for the Deaf Elementary/Middle Spartanburg 3.2 mi 6.6
SC School for the Blind Elementary/Middle Spartanburg 3.2 mi
Cedar Springs Academy Spartanburg 3.2 mi 6.0
ST PAUL THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Spartanburg 2.7 mi 7.3
Meeting Street Academy-Spartanburg Spartanburg 2.9 mi 5.7
Mary H. Wright Elementary Spartanburg 3.1 mi 4.7
E. P. Todd School Spartanburg 3.5 mi 5.2
Carver Middle Spartanburg 3.1 mi 5.2
Spartanburg Preparatory School Spartanburg 3.1 mi 5.0
MONTESSORI ACADEMY Spartanburg 3.2 mi
Cannons Elementary Spartanburg 3.8 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29307 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,330

Median Home Value

$207,800

Median Rent

$1,043/mo

Population

18,497

College Educated

35.4%

Homeownership

69.8%

Avg Commute

22.6 min

Poverty Rate

15.1%

Median Age

42.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jesse Boyd Elementary

What grades does Jesse Boyd Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Jesse Boyd Elementary?

Jesse Boyd Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 550 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jesse Boyd Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Jesse Boyd Elementary is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jesse Boyd Elementary rank in SC?

Jesse Boyd Elementary ranks #106 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Jesse Boyd Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Jesse Boyd Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Jesse Boyd Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jesse Boyd Elementary has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Jesse Boyd Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Jesse Boyd Elementary a Title I school?

No, Jesse Boyd Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

50.5% of students at Jesse Boyd 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
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Compare This School

How does Jesse Boyd Elementary stack up?

Cannons Elementary
7.5

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
550
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Free/Reduced Lunch
50.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Spartanburg County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.4%

District

Spartanburg 07
District Enrollment
7,518
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,371
District Rank
#2 of 10

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