Round Top Elementary

Round Top Elementary serves 610 students from prekindergarten through fifth grade in Blythewood, South Carolina. This well-regarded public school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 12.7:1 with 48 full-time equivalent teachers, creating an environment where students can receive more individualized attention. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranking 83rd among South Carolina's 1,192 elementary schools, placing it in the 93rd percentile statewide.

Students show solid proficiency in core subjects, with 66% performing at or above grade level in English Language Arts and reading, and 64% meeting proficiency standards in mathematics. Round Top Elementary draws from a well-educated and economically stable community in the 29016 zip code area, where nearly half of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher and the median household income reaches $97,840. The neighborhood maintains a low poverty rate of just 6.1%, with median home values of $313,400 reflecting the area's desirability.

The school's rural setting near town provides students with a peaceful learning environment while maintaining convenient access to community resources and amenities that support their educational journey.

Located in a rural area, Round Top Elementary may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.