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#788 of 1,176 schools in SC
M. S. Bailey Child Development Center
School · Laurens 56
625 Elizabeth Street, Clinton, SC 29325
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on SC statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
134
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
134
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#788 of 1,176
In Clinton
#6 of 7
public schools
In district
#4 of 6
Laurens 56
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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M. S. Bailey Child Development Center
School in Clinton · grades Pre-K – Pre-K. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About M. S. Bailey Child Development Center
M. S. Bailey Child Development Center is a public school in Clinton, SC, part of Laurens 56.
M. S. Bailey Child Development Center serves approximately 134 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio.
M. S. Bailey Child Development Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #788 of 1,176 schools in SC.
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- SC avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 134 students, M. S. Bailey Child Development Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How M. S. Bailey Child Development Center Compares
See how M. S. Bailey Child Development Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
625 Elizabeth Street, Clinton, SC 29325
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering M. S. Bailey Child Development Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Whitmire Community School (Elementary) (rated 7.9/10, 14.2 miles away, in nearby Whitmire), which scores notably higher. Another option is Summit Classical School (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Clinton Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Clinton, see our Clinton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Summit Classical School Clinton | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Thornwell Charter School Clinton | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Clinton Middle Clinton | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Clinton Elementary Clinton | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Clinton High Clinton | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Eastside Elementary Clinton | 2.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Joanna Woodson Elementary Joanna | 6.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Ford Elementary Laurens | 7.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Sanders Middle Laurens | 7.1 mi | 3.8 |
| LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Enoree | 9.8 mi | 4.7 |
| E. B. Morse Elementary Laurens | 8.8 mi | 3.5 |
| Laurens Middle Laurens | 8.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Laurens Elementary Laurens | 9.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Laurens District 55 High Laurens | 10.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Waterloo Elementary Waterloo | 12.2 mi | 3.4 |
| Tyger River High Enoree | 16.3 mi | — |
| Whitmire Community School (Elementary) Whitmire | 14.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Whitmire Community School (High) Whitmire | 14.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Gray Court-Owings Elementary/Middle Gray Court | 16.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Woodruff Primary Woodruff | 18.7 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29325 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,209
Median Home Value
$162,900
Median Rent
$864/mo
Population
14,164
College Educated
26.3%
Homeownership
66.8%
Avg Commute
21.7 min
Poverty Rate
20.9%
Median Age
39.8
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about M. S. Bailey Child Development Center
What grades does M. S. Bailey Child Development Center serve?
M. S. Bailey Child Development Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend M. S. Bailey Child Development Center?
M. S. Bailey Child Development Center has an enrollment of approximately 134 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at M. S. Bailey Child Development Center?
The student-teacher ratio at M. S. Bailey Child Development Center is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does M. S. Bailey Child Development Center rank in SC?
M. S. Bailey Child Development Center ranks #788 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is M. S. Bailey Child Development Center's MySchoolScout rating?
M. S. Bailey Child Development Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is M. S. Bailey Child Development Center a charter school?
No, M. S. Bailey Child Development Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is M. S. Bailey Child Development Center a Title I school?
No, M. S. Bailey Child Development Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for M. S. Bailey Child Development Center?
100.0% of students at M. S. Bailey Child Development Center 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
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 134
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Laurens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 0.7%
- Phone
- (864) 833-0836
Resources & Links
District
Laurens 56- District Enrollment
- 2,706
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,618
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
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