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#538 of 1,176 schools in SC

Top 46% in state

Mathews Elementary

Elementary School · Greenwood 50

725 Marshall Road, Greenwood, SC 29646

Enrollment

547

Student-Teacher

10.1:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#538 of 1,176

In Greenwood

#4 of 12

public schools

In district

#5 of 13

Greenwood 50

School environment

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Mathews Elementary

6.5/10

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

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5.2/10

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About Mathews Elementary

Mathews Elementary is a public elementary school in Greenwood, SC, part of Greenwood 50. Mathews Elementary serves approximately 547 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Mathews Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #538 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Mathews Elementary show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • SC avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.72 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+10.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,530
Chronic Absenteeism23.8%

Mathews Elementary — Students at Mathews Elementary score 46% 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 46.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 47.1% (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
79%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
69%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
68%
ELA
63%
2014
Math
35%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
30%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
31%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
35%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
36%
ELA
36%
2021*
Math
36%
ELA
36%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
46%

* 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: 5.3/10.

How Mathews Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.5/10
54th percentile in SC
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
54 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.8%

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

725 Marshall Road, Greenwood, SC 29646

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mathews Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hodges Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Hodges), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Ninety Six Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Ninety Six), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Long Cane Primary (rated 7.2/10, 12.2 miles away, in nearby Abbeville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Greenwood, see our Greenwood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Brewer Middle Greenwood 2.7 mi 5.2
Woodfields Elementary Greenwood 2.7 mi 4.5
Eleanor S. Rice Elementary Greenwood 3.1 mi 4.7
Dr. Benjamin E. Mays Elementary Greenwood 3.0 mi 6.3
Emerald High Greenwood 2.9 mi 6.6
Westview Middle Greenwood 3.4 mi 5.8
Pinecrest Elementary Greenwood 3.8 mi 3.6
Greenwood High Greenwood 3.9 mi 6.8
Lakeview Elementary Greenwood 3.7 mi 5.2
CAMBRIDGE ACADEMY Greenwood 4.0 mi 5.6
Merrywood Elementary Greenwood 5.1 mi 6.8
Northside Middle Greenwood 5.1 mi 3.5
Edgewood Middle Ninety Six 6.7 mi 5.7
Ninety Six High Ninety Six 6.7 mi 7.4
Ninety Six Primary Ninety Six 6.6 mi 6.8
Ninety Six Elementary Ninety Six 7.3 mi 7.2
Hodges Elementary Hodges 9.8 mi 7.3
Waterloo Elementary Waterloo 13.8 mi 3.4
Long Cane Primary Abbeville 12.2 mi 7.2
Ware Shoals High Ware Shoals 15.6 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29646 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$41,669

Median Home Value

$130,900

Median Rent

$818/mo

Population

28,413

College Educated

19.9%

Homeownership

61.5%

Avg Commute

19.7 min

Poverty Rate

21.3%

Median Age

39.3

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Hickory Tavern Elementary/Middle Gray Court, SC 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mathews Elementary

What grades does Mathews Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Mathews Elementary?

Mathews Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 547 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mathews Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Mathews Elementary is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mathews Elementary rank in SC?

Mathews Elementary ranks #538 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Mathews Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Mathews Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Mathews Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mathews Elementary has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Mathews Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Mathews Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

100.0% of students at Mathews 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
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
547
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
54
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Greenwood County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.8%

District

Greenwood 50
District Enrollment
8,520
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,530
District Rank
#5 of 13

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