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Very Good

#407 of 1,176 schools in SC

Top 35% in state

Sara Collins Elementary

Elementary School · Greenville 01

1200 Parkins Mill Road, Greenville, SC 29607

Enrollment

921

Student-Teacher

15.1:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#407 of 1,176

In Greenville

#24 of 51

public schools

In district

#37 of 88

Greenville 01

Academic growth

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Sara Collins Elementary

7.0/10

Elementary School in Greenville · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Sara Collins Elementary

Sara Collins Elementary is a public elementary school in Greenville, SC, part of Greenville 01. Sara Collins Elementary serves approximately 921 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Sara Collins Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #407 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Sara Collins Elementary show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.8
  • SC avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.43 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.5Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency60% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency59% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile63th
Resources & Environment4.9Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,375
Chronic Absenteeism21.3%

Sara Collins Elementary — Students at Sara Collins Elementary score 58% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

50.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 66.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 66.4% (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
82%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
80%
2012
Math
78%
ELA
85%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
64%
ELA
58%
2016
Math
58%
ELA
58%
2017
Math
64%
ELA
60%
2018
Math
60%
ELA
59%
2019
Math
60%
ELA
59%
2020*
Math
54%
ELA
55%
2021*
Math
54%
ELA
55%
2022
Math
60%
ELA
57%

* 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: 7.5/10.

How Sara Collins Elementary Compares

See how Sara Collins Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
66th percentile in SC
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
4.9/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
50%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
61 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.3%

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

1200 Parkins Mill Road, Greenville, SC 29607

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sara Collins Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sterling School (rated 8.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Augusta Circle Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Blythe Academy (rated 7.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Greenville, see our Greenville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Washington Center Greenville 0.1 mi 4.0
Greenville Technical Charter High School Greenville 1.0 mi 9.4
Blythe Academy Greenville 1.1 mi 7.9
OUR LADY OF THE ROSARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greenville 1.3 mi 6.7
Sterling School Greenville 1.5 mi 8.7
EINSTEIN ACADEMY Greenville 1.5 mi
FIRST BAPTIST DAY SCHOOL Greenville 1.5 mi
CHRIST CHURCH EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Greenville 1.5 mi 6.0
WHEATLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Greenville 1.6 mi
Hughes Academy of Science and Technology Greenville 1.4 mi 6.1
ST JOSEPH'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greenville 1.5 mi 6.1
WESTMINSTER WEEKDAY SCHOOL Greenville 1.6 mi 3.8
CAMPERDOWN ACADEMY Greenville 1.6 mi 7.8
J. L. Mann High Academy Greenville 1.7 mi 7.2
Augusta Circle Elementary Greenville 1.7 mi 8.4
VERITAS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Greenville 2.0 mi 6.3
LEAD Academy Greenville 2.2 mi 7.1
Overbrook Child Development Center Greenville 2.8 mi 5.1
Southside High Greenville 2.5 mi 6.3
Greenville Middle Academy Greenville 3.0 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29607 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,249

Median Home Value

$315,100

Median Rent

$1,339/mo

Population

43,325

College Educated

49.8%

Homeownership

45.6%

Avg Commute

21.3 min

Poverty Rate

11.7%

Median Age

34.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sara Collins Elementary

What grades does Sara Collins Elementary serve?

Sara Collins Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Sara Collins Elementary?

Sara Collins Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 921 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sara Collins Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Sara Collins Elementary is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sara Collins Elementary rank in SC?

Sara Collins Elementary ranks #407 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Sara Collins Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Sara Collins Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Sara Collins Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sara Collins Elementary has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Sara Collins Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Sara Collins Elementary a Title I school?

No, Sara Collins Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sara Collins Elementary?

50.3% of students at Sara Collins 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
22 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
14 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
18 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
921
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
61
Free/Reduced Lunch
50.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Greenville County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.3%

District

Greenville 01
District Enrollment
78,371
Schools in District
93
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,375
District Rank
#37 of 88

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