Below Average
#1050 of 1,176 schools in SC
Jesse S. Bobo Elementary
Elementary School · Spartanburg 06
495 Powell Mill Road, Spartanburg, SC 29301
Enrollment
380
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
380
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#1,050 of 1,176
In Spartanburg
#24 of 25
public schools
In district
#12 of 13
Spartanburg 06
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Jesse S. Bobo Elementary
Elementary School in Spartanburg · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Jesse S. Bobo Elementary
Jesse S. Bobo Elementary is a public elementary school in Spartanburg, SC, part of Spartanburg 06. Jesse S.
Bobo Elementary serves approximately 380 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Jesse S. Bobo Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,050 of 1,176 schools in SC.
Structured state assessment records for Jesse S. Bobo Elementary show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.1
- SC avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Jesse S. Bobo Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Jesse S. Bobo Elementary — Students at Jesse S. Bobo Elementary score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from SC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 3.7/10.
How Jesse S. Bobo Elementary Compares
See how Jesse S. Bobo Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
495 Powell Mill Road, Spartanburg, SC 29301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jesse S. Bobo Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Green Charter School Spartanburg (rated 8.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST PAUL THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, The Cleveland Academy of Leadership (rated 7.1/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Spartanburg, see our Spartanburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,606
Median Home Value
$200,800
Median Rent
$1,126/mo
Population
35,694
College Educated
26.7%
Homeownership
62.9%
Avg Commute
21.6 min
Poverty Rate
18.7%
Median Age
37.5
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| Cheraw Intermediate Cheraw, SC | 4.0 |
| Eastside Elementary Clinton, SC | 4.0 |
| McCormick Elementary Mullins, SC | 4.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jesse S. Bobo Elementary
What grades does Jesse S. Bobo Elementary serve?
Jesse S. Bobo Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Jesse S. Bobo Elementary?
Jesse S. Bobo Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 380 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jesse S. Bobo Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Jesse S. Bobo Elementary is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jesse S. Bobo Elementary rank in SC?
Jesse S. Bobo Elementary ranks #1,050 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is Jesse S. Bobo Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Jesse S. Bobo Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 S. Bobo Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jesse S. Bobo Elementary has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Jesse S. Bobo Elementary a charter school?
No, Jesse S. Bobo Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jesse S. Bobo Elementary a Title I school?
No, Jesse S. Bobo Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jesse S. Bobo Elementary?
100.0% of students at Jesse S. Bobo 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 380
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Spartanburg County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.1%
- Phone
- (864) 576-2085
Resources & Links
District
Spartanburg 06- District Enrollment
- 11,773
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,109
- District Rank
- #12 of 13
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