Needs Improvement
#1093 of 1,176 schools in SC
Pinecrest Elementary
Elementary School · Greenwood 50
220 East Northside Drive, Greenwood, SC 29649
Enrollment
369
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
369
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#1,093 of 1,176
In Greenwood
#11 of 12
public schools
In district
#12 of 13
Greenwood 50
School environment
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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About Pinecrest Elementary
Pinecrest Elementary is a public elementary school in Greenwood, SC, part of Greenwood 50. Pinecrest Elementary serves approximately 369 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Pinecrest Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,093 of 1,176 schools in SC.
Structured state assessment records for Pinecrest Elementary show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.6
- SC avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 9.2:1 students to teachers, Pinecrest Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
31% of students at Pinecrest Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Pinecrest Elementary — Students at Pinecrest Elementary score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from SC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 1.7/10.
How Pinecrest Elementary Compares
See how Pinecrest Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
220 East Northside Drive, Greenwood, SC 29649
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pinecrest Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hodges Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Hodges), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ninety Six Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 10.2 miles away, in nearby Ninety Six), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Long Cane Primary (rated 7.2/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Abbeville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Greenwood, see our Greenwood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Greenwood High Greenwood | 0.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Merrywood Elementary Greenwood | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Northside Middle Greenwood | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Lakeview Elementary Greenwood | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Eleanor S. Rice Elementary Greenwood | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| CAMBRIDGE ACADEMY Greenwood | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Emerald High Greenwood | 2.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Mathews Elementary Greenwood | 3.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Brewer Middle Greenwood | 3.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Woodfields Elementary Greenwood | 4.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Dr. Benjamin E. Mays Elementary Greenwood | 5.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Westview Middle Greenwood | 5.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Hodges Elementary Hodges | 6.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Ninety Six Primary Ninety Six | 9.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Edgewood Middle Ninety Six | 9.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Ninety Six High Ninety Six | 9.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Ninety Six Elementary Ninety Six | 10.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Ware Shoals High Ware Shoals | 11.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Ware Shoals Elementary Middle Ware Shoals | 12.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Long Cane Primary Abbeville | 10.7 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29649 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,268
Median Home Value
$207,700
Median Rent
$937/mo
Population
25,762
College Educated
34.6%
Homeownership
64.5%
Avg Commute
18.3 min
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Median Age
37.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Burton Pack Elementary Columbia, SC | 3.6 |
| Marion Intermediate Marion, SC | 3.6 |
| Crosswell Drive Elementary Sumter, SC | 3.5 |
| E. B. Morse Elementary Laurens, SC | 3.5 |
| Edward E. Taylor Elementary Columbia, SC | 3.5 |
| Ford Elementary Laurens, SC | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pinecrest Elementary
What grades does Pinecrest Elementary serve?
Pinecrest Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Pinecrest Elementary?
Pinecrest Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 369 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pinecrest Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Pinecrest Elementary is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pinecrest Elementary rank in SC?
Pinecrest Elementary ranks #1,093 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is Pinecrest Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Pinecrest Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Pinecrest Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pinecrest Elementary has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Pinecrest Elementary a charter school?
No, Pinecrest Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pinecrest Elementary a Title I school?
No, Pinecrest Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pinecrest Elementary?
100.0% of students at Pinecrest 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 369
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Greenwood County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.4%
- Phone
- (864) 941-5580
Resources & Links
District
Greenwood 50- District Enrollment
- 8,520
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,530
- District Rank
- #12 of 13
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