Average
#502 of 1,176 schools in SC
Top 43% in state
Sc School for the Deaf Elementary/middle
Elementary School · Deaf & Blind School
355 Cedar Springs Road, Spartanburg, SC 29302
Enrollment
39
Student-Teacher
1.6:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
39
Student-Teacher
1.6:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#502 of 1,176
In Spartanburg
#10 of 25
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
Deaf & Blind School
School environment
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Sc School for the Deaf Elementary/middle
Elementary School in Spartanburg · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sc School for the Deaf Elementary/middle
Sc School for the Deaf Elementary/middle is a public elementary school in Spartanburg, SC, part of Deaf & Blind School. Sc School for the Deaf Elementary/middle serves approximately 39 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 1.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Sc School for the Deaf Elementary/middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #502 of 1,176 schools in SC.
Structured state assessment records for Sc School for the Deaf Elementary/middle show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- SC avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 39 students, Sc School for the Deaf Elementary/middle is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Sc School for the Deaf Elementary/middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 1.6:1 students to teachers, Sc School for the Deaf Elementary/middle sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Sc School for the Deaf Elementary/middle — Students at Sc School for the Deaf Elementary/middle score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 78%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
7.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from SC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.6/10.
How Sc School for the Deaf Elementary/middle Compares
See how Sc School for the Deaf Elementary/middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
355 Cedar Springs Road, Spartanburg, SC 29302
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sc School for the Deaf Elementary/middle may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pine St. Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Jesse Boyd Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Drayton Mills Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 4.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. 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 Blind Elementary/Middle Spartanburg | 0.0 mi | — |
| Cedar Springs Academy Spartanburg | 0.0 mi | 6.0 |
| E. P. Todd School Spartanburg | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Pine St. Elementary Spartanburg | 2.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Jesse Boyd Elementary Spartanburg | 3.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Mary H. Wright Elementary Spartanburg | 3.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Carver Middle Spartanburg | 3.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Spartanburg Preparatory School Spartanburg | 3.4 mi | 5.0 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY Spartanburg | 3.4 mi | — |
| Meeting Street Academy-Spartanburg Spartanburg | 3.7 mi | 5.7 |
| 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 | 6.3 |
| Spartanburg High Spartanburg | 4.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Pauline-Glenn Springs Elementary Pauline | 5.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Clifdale Middle Spartanburg | 5.3 mi | 4.9 |
| The Cleveland Academy of Leadership Spartanburg | 5.0 mi | 7.1 |
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
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| CHABAD JEWISH ACADEMY Myrtle Beach, SC | 6.6 |
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| PAWLEYS ISLAND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pawleys Island, SC | 6.5 |
| WHETSTONE ACADEMY LLC Mountain Rest, SC | 6.5 |
| FREEDOM MONTESSORI SCHOOL Rock Hill, SC | 6.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sc School for the Deaf Elementary/middle
What grades does Sc School for the Deaf Elementary/middle serve?
Sc School for the Deaf Elementary/middle serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Sc School for the Deaf Elementary/middle?
Sc School for the Deaf Elementary/middle has an enrollment of approximately 39 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sc School for the Deaf Elementary/middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Sc School for the Deaf Elementary/middle is 1.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sc School for the Deaf Elementary/middle rank in SC?
Sc School for the Deaf Elementary/middle ranks #502 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is Sc School for the Deaf Elementary/middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Sc School for the Deaf Elementary/middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Sc School for the Deaf Elementary/middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sc School for the Deaf Elementary/middle has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
Is Sc School for the Deaf Elementary/middle a charter school?
No, Sc School for the Deaf Elementary/middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sc School for the Deaf Elementary/middle a Title I school?
No, Sc School for the Deaf Elementary/middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sc School for the Deaf Elementary/middle?
7.7% of students at Sc School for the Deaf 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 39
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 1.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 7.7%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Spartanburg County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.7%
- Phone
- (864) 577-7743
Resources & Links
District
Deaf & Blind School- District Enrollment
- 150
- Schools in District
- 5
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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