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Sc School for the Blind Elementary/middle

Elementary School · Deaf & Blind School

355 Cedar Springs Road, Spartanburg, SC 29302

Enrollment

20

Student-Teacher

0.6:1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Updated 2022-23

About Sc School for the Blind Elementary/middle

Sc School for the Blind Elementary/middle is a public elementary school in Spartanburg, SC, part of the Deaf & Blind School. The school serves approximately 20 students in grades Pre-K – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 0.6:1. Students demonstrate 10% proficiency in math and 17% in reading/language arts.

Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $77,428, where 41% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a midsize suburban setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 20 students, Sc School for the Blind Elementary/middle is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 0.6:1, Sc School for the Blind Elementary/middle offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

School Profile

Limited Data
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
20 students
Type
Public
Student-Teacher Ratio
0.6:1
Address
355 Cedar Springs Road, Spartanburg, SC 29302
Phone
(864) 577-7600
Data Year
SY 2022-23
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Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 10.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 16.7%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from SC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2022
Math
10%
ELA
30%

* 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: N/A.

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
15%
Teaching Staff
1:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers

Location

355 Cedar Springs Road, Spartanburg, SC 29302

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sc School for the Blind Elementary/middle may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jesse Boyd Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 3.2 miles away). Another option is Pine St. Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.8 miles away). Additionally, The Cleveland Academy of Leadership (rated 8.6/10, 5.0 miles away). For more schools in Spartanburg, see our Spartanburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.0 mi
School Distance Rating
SC School for the Blind High Spartanburg 0.0 mi
SC School for the Deaf High Spartanburg 0.0 mi
SC School for the Deaf Elementary/Middle Spartanburg 0.0 mi 6.2
Cedar Springs Academy Spartanburg 0.0 mi 7.7
E. P. Todd School Spartanburg 1.2 mi 8.2
Pine St. Elementary Spartanburg 2.8 mi 8.6
Jesse Boyd Elementary Spartanburg 3.2 mi 9.2
Mary H. Wright Elementary Spartanburg 3.1 mi 6.0
Carver Middle Spartanburg 3.1 mi 7.3
Spartanburg Preparatory School Spartanburg 3.4 mi 6.0
MONTESSORI ACADEMY Spartanburg 3.4 mi
Meeting Street Academy-Spartanburg Spartanburg 3.7 mi 5.2
ST PAUL THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Spartanburg 3.7 mi 7.3
Drayton Mills Elementary Spartanburg 4.3 mi 7.7
SPARTANBURG DAY SCHOOL Spartanburg 4.5 mi 7.9
McCracken Middle Spartanburg 4.6 mi 6.0
Spartanburg High Spartanburg 4.7 mi 7.8
Pauline-Glenn Springs Elementary Pauline 5.5 mi 7.8
Clifdale Middle Spartanburg 5.3 mi 6.1
The Cleveland Academy of Leadership Spartanburg 5.0 mi 8.6

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Sc School for the Blind Elementary/middle has a median household income of $77,428. It is a well-educated community where 41% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $264,000, with a median rent of $1,031/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.8%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sc School for the Blind Elementary/middle

What grades does Sc School for the Blind Elementary/middle serve?

Sc School for the Blind Elementary/middle serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Sc School for the Blind Elementary/middle?

Sc School for the Blind Elementary/middle has an enrollment of approximately 20 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sc School for the Blind Elementary/middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Sc School for the Blind Elementary/middle is 0.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

What are the test scores at Sc School for the Blind Elementary/middle?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Sc School for the Blind Elementary/middle has 10.0% math proficiency and 16.7% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Sc School for the Blind Elementary/middle a charter school?

No, Sc School for the Blind Elementary/middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Sc School for the Blind Elementary/middle a Title I school?

No, Sc School for the Blind Elementary/middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sc School for the Blind Elementary/middle?

15.0% of students at Sc School for the Blind Elementary/middle 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

City Safety
High (6,760/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Spartanburg). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
20
Student-Teacher Ratio
0.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
15.0%
Type
special_ed
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Spartanburg County
Data Year
2023–2024

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