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Northside Elementary

Elementary School · York 03

840 North Annafrel Street, Rock Hill, SC 29730

Enrollment

474

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#640 of 1,176

In Rock Hill

#12 of 27

public schools

In district

#10 of 24

York 03

School environment

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Northside Elementary

6.1/10

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

Legion Collegiate Academy

8.8/10

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Central Child Development Center

4.4/10

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About Northside Elementary

Northside Elementary is a public elementary school in Rock Hill, SC, part of York 03. Northside Elementary serves approximately 474 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Northside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #640 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Northside Elementary show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • SC avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.79 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+0.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile43th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,182
Chronic Absenteeism21.7%

Northside Elementary — Students at Northside Elementary score 37% 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 54.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 50.1% (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
82%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
73%
2014
Math
40%
ELA
26%
2015
Math
41%
ELA
43%
2016
Math
39%
ELA
39%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
38%
2018
Math
44%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
44%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
37%

* 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: 5.2/10.

How Northside Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.1/10
46th percentile in SC
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.7%

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

840 North Annafrel Street, Rock Hill, SC 29730

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Northside Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cherry Park Elementary School of Language Immersion (rated 7.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ebenezer Avenue Elementary: Traditional Montesorri Inquiry (rated 7.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, FREEDOM MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Rock Hill, see our Rock Hill schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Legion Collegiate Academy Rock Hill 0.9 mi 8.8
Central Child Development Center Rock Hill 1.0 mi 4.4
The Palmetto School Rock Hill 1.0 mi 2.7
Ebenezer Avenue Elementary: Traditional Montesorri Inquiry Rock Hill 0.9 mi 7.1
FREEDOM MONTESSORI SCHOOL Rock Hill 1.0 mi 6.7
MACFEAT EARLY CHILDHOOD LAB SCHOOL Rock Hill 1.2 mi
Richmond Drive Elementary Rock Hill 1.6 mi 6.0
W. C. Sullivan Middle Rock Hill 1.8 mi 4.7
Cherry Park Elementary School of Language Immersion Rock Hill 1.9 mi 7.8
WESTMINSTER CATAWBA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rock Hill 1.8 mi 7.8
NEW HOPE CAROLINAS Rock Hill 2.1 mi 7.7
Sunset Park Center for Accelerated Studies Rock Hill 2.3 mi 6.5
Rock Hill High Rock Hill 2.6 mi 7.7
Ebinport Elementary Rock Hill 2.8 mi 4.6
Independence Elementary Rock Hill 2.7 mi 4.9
Castle Heights Middle Rock Hill 3.0 mi 4.4
WESTMINSTER CATAWBA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL-HIGH Rock Hill 3.4 mi 8.2
WESTMINSTER CATAWBA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL-MIDDLE Rock Hill 3.4 mi 7.8
Oakdale Elementary Rock Hill 4.0 mi 6.7
Saluda Trail Middle Rock Hill 4.1 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29730 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,122

Median Home Value

$239,200

Median Rent

$1,234/mo

Population

57,500

College Educated

26.7%

Homeownership

58.5%

Avg Commute

25.6 min

Poverty Rate

14.2%

Median Age

37.6

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North Hartsville Elementary Hartsville, SC 6.1
Northwest Elementary Gaffney, SC 6.1
Windsor Elementary Columbia, SC 6.1
Armstrong Elementary Greenville, SC 6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Northside Elementary

What grades does Northside Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Northside Elementary?

Northside Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 474 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Northside Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Northside Elementary is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Northside Elementary rank in SC?

Northside Elementary ranks #640 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Northside Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Northside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Northside Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Northside Elementary has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Northside Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Northside Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

100.0% of students at Northside 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
32 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
474
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
York County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.7%

District

York 03
District Enrollment
16,316
Schools in District
25
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,182
District Rank
#10 of 24

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