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O. P. Earle Elementary

Elementary School · Spartanburg 01

100 Redland Road, Landrum, SC 29356

Enrollment

442

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#812 of 1,176

In Landrum

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#8 of 10

Spartanburg 01

Academic performance

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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O. P. Earle Elementary

5.4/10

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

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5.5/10

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7.6/10

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About O. P. Earle Elementary

O. P. Earle Elementary is a public elementary school in Landrum, SC, part of Spartanburg 01.

O. P. Earle Elementary serves approximately 442 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio.

O. P. Earle Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #812 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for O. P. Earle Elementary show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • SC avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.24 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment6.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,970
Chronic Absenteeism26%

O. P. Earle Elementary — Students at O. P. Earle Elementary score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

65.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 61.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 57.9% (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
90%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
90%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
86%
2014
Math
56%
ELA
33%
2015
Math
41%
ELA
35%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
39%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
52%

* 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: 3.9/10.

How O. P. Earle Elementary Compares

See how O. P. Earle Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
31th percentile in SC
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.5/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
65%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.0%

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

100 Redland Road, Landrum, SC 29356

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering O. P. Earle Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Saluda Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 10.4 miles away, in nearby Saluda), which scores notably higher. Another option is Polk Central Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Mill Spring), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Skyland Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 10.4 miles away, in nearby Greer), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Landrum, see our Landrum schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Landrum Middle Landrum 0.2 mi 5.5
Landrum High Campobello 2.6 mi 7.6
Tryon Elementary School Tryon 4.6 mi 7.6
Campobello-Gramling School Campobello 5.5 mi 6.9
Polk County Early College Columbus 6.0 mi 9.6
Polk County High School Columbus 6.2 mi 7.5
Polk Central Elementary School Mill Spring 8.1 mi 7.9
Polk County Middle School Mill Spring 8.4 mi 7.6
Holly Springs-Motlow Elementary Campobello 8.7 mi 6.0
Chapman High Inman 9.0 mi 8.2
New Prospect Elementary Inman 8.1 mi 6.5
Inman Intermediate Inman 9.7 mi 4.9
T.E. Mabry Middle Inman 9.8 mi 4.7
Inman Elementary Inman 10.0 mi 6.2
Skyland Elementary Greer 10.4 mi 7.7
HOPE ACADEMY Landrum 10.4 mi 8.2
Blue Ridge High Greer 11.4 mi 6.7
Saluda Elementary School Saluda 10.4 mi 9.1
Blue Ridge Middle Greer 12.3 mi 6.0
Sunny View Elementary School Mill Spring 13.4 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29356 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,911

Median Home Value

$273,500

Median Rent

$632/mo

Population

8,782

College Educated

34.5%

Homeownership

82.9%

Avg Commute

29.9 min

Poverty Rate

16.2%

Median Age

53.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about O. P. Earle Elementary

What grades does O. P. Earle Elementary serve?

O. P. Earle Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend O. P. Earle Elementary?

O. P. Earle Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 442 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at O. P. Earle Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at O. P. Earle Elementary is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does O. P. Earle Elementary rank in SC?

O. P. Earle Elementary ranks #812 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is O. P. Earle Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

O. P. Earle Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 O. P. Earle Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, O. P. Earle Elementary has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is O. P. Earle Elementary a charter school?

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

Is O. P. Earle Elementary a Title I school?

No, O. P. Earle Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for O. P. Earle Elementary?

65.4% of students at O. P. Earle 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
31 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
18 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
442
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
65.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Spartanburg County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.0%

District

Spartanburg 01
District Enrollment
5,417
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,970
District Rank
#8 of 10

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