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#62 of 1,176 schools in SC

Top 5% in state

Pine St. Elementary

Elementary School · Spartanburg 07

500 South Pine Street, Spartanburg, SC 29302

Enrollment

623

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#62 of 1,176

In Spartanburg

#3 of 25

public schools

In district

#1 of 10

Spartanburg 07

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Pine St. Elementary

8.5/10

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

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About Pine St. Elementary

Pine St. Elementary is a public elementary school in Spartanburg, SC, part of Spartanburg 07. Pine St.

Elementary serves approximately 623 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Pine St. Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #62 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Pine St. Elementary show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.8 pts above district
  • This school 8.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.7
  • SC avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.8Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.18 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency71% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency75% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency73% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)67% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+5.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,371
Chronic Absenteeism10.4%

Pine St. Elementary — Students at Pine St. Elementary score 73% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

31.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 75.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 76.7% (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
93%
ELA
95%
2010
Math
90%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
90%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
90%
ELA
93%
2013
Math
89%
ELA
93%
2014
Math
71%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
68%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
66%
2018
Math
69%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
69%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
70%
ELA
69%
2021*
Math
70%
ELA
69%
2022
Math
71%
ELA
75%

* 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: 7.8/10.

How Pine St. Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.5/10
95th percentile in SC
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
32%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
51 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.4%

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

500 South Pine Street, Spartanburg, SC 29302

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pine St. Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jesse Boyd Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Drayton Mills Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ST PAUL THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Spartanburg, see our Spartanburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Mary H. Wright Elementary Spartanburg 1.0 mi 4.7
ST PAUL THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Spartanburg 1.0 mi 7.3
Carver Middle Spartanburg 1.0 mi 5.2
Meeting Street Academy-Spartanburg Spartanburg 1.1 mi 5.7
Spartanburg Preparatory School Spartanburg 1.1 mi 5.0
MONTESSORI ACADEMY Spartanburg 1.1 mi
Drayton Mills Elementary Spartanburg 2.0 mi 7.7
E. P. Todd School Spartanburg 2.3 mi 5.2
Jesse Boyd Elementary Spartanburg 2.1 mi 8.2
SPARTANBURG DAY SCHOOL Spartanburg 2.5 mi 7.9
The Cleveland Academy of Leadership Spartanburg 2.4 mi 7.1
SC School for the Blind High Spartanburg 2.8 mi
SC School for the Deaf High Spartanburg 2.8 mi
SC School for the Deaf Elementary/Middle Spartanburg 2.8 mi 6.6
SC School for the Blind Elementary/Middle Spartanburg 2.8 mi
Cedar Springs Academy Spartanburg 2.8 mi 6.0
Spartanburg High Spartanburg 3.0 mi 7.7
McCracken Middle Spartanburg 3.2 mi 6.3
Woodland Heights Elementary Spartanburg 3.2 mi 4.3
LEGACY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Spartanburg 3.4 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29302 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,428

Median Home Value

$264,000

Median Rent

$1,031/mo

Population

19,031

College Educated

41.4%

Homeownership

69.8%

Avg Commute

22.6 min

Poverty Rate

13.8%

Median Age

39.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pine St. Elementary

What grades does Pine St. Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Pine St. Elementary?

Pine St. Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 623 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pine St. Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Pine St. Elementary 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 Pine St. Elementary rank in SC?

Pine St. Elementary ranks #62 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Pine St. Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Pine St. Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Pine St. Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pine St. Elementary has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Pine St. Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Pine St. Elementary a Title I school?

No, Pine St. Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pine St. Elementary?

31.9% of students at Pine St. 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
47 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
623
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
51
Free/Reduced Lunch
31.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Spartanburg County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.4%

District

Spartanburg 07
District Enrollment
7,518
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,371
District Rank
#1 of 10

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