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Pleasant Hill Elementary Stream Academy

Elementary School · Georgetown 01

127 Schoolhouse Road, Hemingway, SC 29554

Enrollment

290

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#616 of 1,176

In Hemingway

#3 of 6

public schools

In district

#8 of 19

Georgetown 01

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Pleasant Hill Elementary Stream Academy

6.2/10

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

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About Pleasant Hill Elementary Stream Academy

Pleasant Hill Elementary Stream Academy is a public elementary school in Hemingway, SC, part of Georgetown 01. Pleasant Hill Elementary Stream Academy serves approximately 290 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Pleasant Hill Elementary Stream Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #616 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Pleasant Hill Elementary Stream Academy show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts above district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 5.1
  • SC avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Pleasant Hill Elementary Stream Academy sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.4Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.09 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.7Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+13.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,951
Chronic Absenteeism23.4%

Pleasant Hill Elementary Stream Academy — Students at Pleasant Hill Elementary Stream Academy score 50% 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 61.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 54.9% (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
87%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
47%

* 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: 4.4/10.

How Pleasant Hill Elementary Stream Academy Compares

See how Pleasant Hill Elementary Stream Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
48th percentile in SC
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
4.4/10
Below Average
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.4%

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

127 Schoolhouse Road, Hemingway, SC 29554

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pleasant Hill Elementary Stream Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pee Dee Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 15.1 miles away, in nearby Conway), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Johnsonville Elementary (rated 5.9/10, 10.8 miles away, in nearby Johnsonville), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Kensington Elementary (rated 5.7/10, 19.7 miles away, in nearby Georgetown), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Hemingway, see our Hemingway schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 19.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Carvers Bay Early College and Career High Hemingway 4.9 mi 8.0
Carvers Bay Middle STEAM Academy Hemingway 5.1 mi 4.4
Hemingway High Hemingway 7.1 mi 8.9
Hemingway MB Lee Middle Hemingway 7.1 mi 5.3
HEMINGWAY DAY SCHOOL Hemingway 7.7 mi
Hemingway Elementary Hemingway 7.9 mi 4.6
Johnsonville Middle Johnsonville 10.4 mi 4.5
Johnsonville High Johnsonville 10.7 mi 9.0
Johnsonville Elementary Johnsonville 10.8 mi 5.9
Brown's Ferry Elementary School for the Creative and Perform Georgetown 12.4 mi 5.2
Plantersville Elementary Digital Immersion Georgetown 13.3 mi 3.4
Pee Dee Elementary Conway 15.1 mi 6.6
BREAD OF LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Galivants Ferry 16.6 mi
NEW PROSPECT FWB CHURCH & CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pamplico 17.2 mi
Academy of Hope Charter Conway 17.1 mi 4.5
McDonald Elementary Georgetown 19.6 mi 4.2
Kensington Elementary Georgetown 19.7 mi 5.7
Georgetown High Georgetown 20.4 mi 6.9
Georgetown Middle Georgetown 20.4 mi 4.2
Andrews Elementary Andrews 19.3 mi 3.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29554 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$47,731

Median Home Value

$101,800

Median Rent

$986/mo

Population

9,001

College Educated

12.1%

Homeownership

76.8%

Avg Commute

32.7 min

Poverty Rate

26.1%

Median Age

45.1

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Estill Elementary Estill, SC 6.3
Great Falls Elementary Great Falls, SC 6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pleasant Hill Elementary Stream Academy

What grades does Pleasant Hill Elementary Stream Academy serve?

Pleasant Hill Elementary Stream Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Pleasant Hill Elementary Stream Academy?

Pleasant Hill Elementary Stream Academy has an enrollment of approximately 290 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Hill Elementary Stream Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Hill Elementary Stream Academy is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pleasant Hill Elementary Stream Academy rank in SC?

Pleasant Hill Elementary Stream Academy ranks #616 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Pleasant Hill Elementary Stream Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Pleasant Hill Elementary Stream Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Pleasant Hill Elementary Stream Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pleasant Hill Elementary Stream Academy has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Pleasant Hill Elementary Stream Academy a charter school?

No, Pleasant Hill Elementary Stream Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Pleasant Hill Elementary Stream Academy a Title I school?

No, Pleasant Hill Elementary Stream Academy is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pleasant Hill Elementary Stream Academy?

100.0% of students at Pleasant Hill Elementary Stream Academy 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
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
290
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Georgetown County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.4%

District

Georgetown 01
District Enrollment
8,355
Schools in District
19
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,951
District Rank
#8 of 19

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