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#248 of 1,176 schools in SC

Top 21% in state

Lakes and Bridges Charter School

Elementary School · SC Public Charter School District

P.O. Box 1368, Easley, SC 29641

Charter

Enrollment

202

Student-Teacher

9.2:1

Score

7.6

Grades

1st – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#248 of 1,176

In Easley

#1 of 12

public schools

In district

#20 of 33

SC Public Charter School District

School environment

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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Lakes and Bridges Charter School

7.6/10

Elementary School in Easley · grades 1st – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Easley Christian School

5.7/10

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6.8/10

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About Lakes and Bridges Charter School

Lakes and Bridges Charter School is a public elementary school in Easley, SC, part of SC Public Charter School District. Lakes and Bridges Charter School serves approximately 202 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Lakes and Bridges Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #248 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Lakes and Bridges Charter School show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.6
  • SC avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Lakes and Bridges Charter School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

At 9.2:1 students to teachers, Lakes and Bridges Charter School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Lakes and Bridges Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data5
Annual Change+2.58 pts/yr
Data Period2018–2022
TrendImproving
Academics2.4Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)67% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-45.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile7th
Resources & Environment10.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,863
Chronic Absenteeism8.4%

Lakes and Bridges Charter School — Students at Lakes and Bridges Charter School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

32.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 12.0% (multi-year average, 2018-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 20.0% (multi-year average, 2018-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 10 test records from SC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2018
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
12%
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: 9.8/10.

How Lakes and Bridges Charter School Compares

See how Lakes and Bridges Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.6/10
79th percentile in SC
Academic
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
10.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
32%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.4%

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

P.O. Box 1368, Easley, SC 29641

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lakes and Bridges Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Powdersville Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Greenville), with a very similar rating. Another option is Wren Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Piedmont), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Hunt Meadows Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 5.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Easley, see our Easley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.6 mi
School Distance Rating
EASLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Easley 0.5 mi 5.7
Forest Acres Elementary Easley 0.9 mi 6.8
East End Elementary Easley 1.1 mi 6.6
Richard H. Gettys Middle Easley 1.6 mi 5.2
West End Elementary Easley 2.2 mi 5.7
Easley High Easley 2.7 mi 7.0
McKissick Academy of Science and Technology Easley 2.4 mi 6.6
Crosswell Elementary Easley 3.1 mi 5.9
Hunt Meadows Elementary Easley 5.0 mi 7.2
Dacusville Elementary Easley 6.1 mi 5.9
Powdersville Elementary Greenville 5.4 mi 7.7
Powdersville Middle Greenville 5.4 mi 7.2
Powdersville High Greenville 5.3 mi 7.5
Dacusville Middle Easley 6.3 mi 6.0
Concrete Primary Easley 5.8 mi 5.2
Tanglewood Middle Greenville 6.0 mi 4.5
Wren Middle Piedmont 7.4 mi 6.3
Wren High Piedmont 7.6 mi 7.3
Wren Elementary Piedmont 7.8 mi 7.5
Westcliffe Elementary Greenville 6.6 mi 5.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Brunson Elementary Brunson, SC 7.6
Geiger Elementary Ridgeway, SC 7.5
A. C. Moore Elementary Columbia, SC 7.7
GREEN Charter School Lowcountry N. Charleston, SC 7.7
Cape Romain Environmental Education Charter School Mcclellanville, SC 7.4
Carolina Elementary Hartsville, SC 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lakes and Bridges Charter School

What grades does Lakes and Bridges Charter School serve?

Lakes and Bridges Charter School serves students in grades 1st through 8th.

How many students attend Lakes and Bridges Charter School?

Lakes and Bridges Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 202 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lakes and Bridges Charter School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lakes and Bridges Charter School is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lakes and Bridges Charter School rank in SC?

Lakes and Bridges Charter School ranks #248 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Lakes and Bridges Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lakes and Bridges Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Lakes and Bridges Charter School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lakes and Bridges Charter School has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).

Is Lakes and Bridges Charter School a charter school?

Yes, Lakes and Bridges Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Lakes and Bridges Charter School a Title I school?

No, Lakes and Bridges Charter School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lakes and Bridges Charter School?

32.2% of students at Lakes and Bridges Charter School 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
47 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
202
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
32.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Pickens County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.4%

District

SC Public Charter School District
District Enrollment
18,404
Schools in District
39
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,863
District Rank
#20 of 33

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