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#76 of 1,176 schools in SC

Top 6% in state

Shoally Creek Elementary

Elementary School · Spartanburg 02

3777 Paris Bridge Road, Boiling Springs, SC 29316

Enrollment

698

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#76 of 1,176

In Boiling Springs

#1 of 5

public schools

In district

#1 of 14

Spartanburg 02

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Shoally Creek Elementary

8.4/10

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

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About Shoally Creek Elementary

Shoally Creek Elementary is a public elementary school in Boiling Springs, SC, part of Spartanburg 02. Shoally Creek Elementary serves approximately 698 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Shoally Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #76 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Shoally Creek Elementary show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.4
  • SC avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data7
Annual Change+2.97 pts/yr
Data Period2016–2022
TrendImproving
Academics8.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency60% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency61% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+17.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
Resources & Environment4.5Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,785
Chronic Absenteeism19.6%

Shoally Creek Elementary — Students at Shoally Creek Elementary score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

84.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 58.1% (multi-year average, 2016-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 52.3% (multi-year average, 2016-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 14 test records from SC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2016
Math
45%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
54%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
64%
ELA
54%
2019
Math
64%
ELA
54%
2020*
Math
60%
ELA
59%
2021*
Math
60%
ELA
59%
2022
Math
60%
ELA
61%

* 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: 9.8/10.

How Shoally Creek Elementary Compares

See how Shoally Creek Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.4/10
94th percentile in SC
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
4.5/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
84%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.6%

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

3777 Paris Bridge Road, Boiling Springs, SC 29316

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Shoally Creek Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Carlisle-Foster's Grove Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Chesnee), with a comparable rating. Another option is Drayton Mills Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Spartanburg), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Sugar Ridge Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 3.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Boiling Springs, see our Boiling Springs schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Boiling Springs High Boiling Springs 1.7 mi 6.8
Boiling Springs Elementary Boiling Springs 1.9 mi 7.1
KIDS FIRST CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Chesnee 2.4 mi
Lone Oak Elementary Spartanburg 2.9 mi 4.9
Carlisle-Foster's Grove Elementary Chesnee 3.4 mi 8.0
James H. Hendrix Elementary Boiling Springs 3.4 mi 6.8
Boiling Springs Middle Inman 3.9 mi 5.4
UMC OF THE COVENANT CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Spartanburg 3.8 mi
Oakland Elementary Inman 4.1 mi 6.7
Sugar Ridge Elementary Boiling Springs 3.9 mi 7.6
The Cleveland Academy of Leadership Spartanburg 4.8 mi 7.1
Arcadia Elementary Spartanburg 4.9 mi 3.8
Drayton Mills Elementary Spartanburg 4.9 mi 7.7
Rainbow Lake Middle Chesnee 5.3 mi 4.6
SPARTANBURG DAY SCHOOL Spartanburg 5.0 mi 7.9
ST PAUL THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Spartanburg 5.5 mi 7.3
High Point Academy Spartanburg 4.9 mi 8.8
Meeting Street Academy-Spartanburg Spartanburg 5.7 mi 5.7
Jesse S. Bobo Elementary Spartanburg 5.8 mi 4.0
Spartanburg High Spartanburg 5.4 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29316 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,808

Median Home Value

$227,700

Median Rent

$1,133/mo

Population

31,874

College Educated

26.4%

Homeownership

79.1%

Avg Commute

25.2 min

Poverty Rate

10.4%

Median Age

35

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Shoally Creek Elementary

What grades does Shoally Creek Elementary serve?

Shoally Creek Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Shoally Creek Elementary?

Shoally Creek Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 698 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Shoally Creek Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Shoally Creek Elementary is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Shoally Creek Elementary rank in SC?

Shoally Creek Elementary ranks #76 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Shoally Creek Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Shoally Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Shoally Creek Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Shoally Creek Elementary has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).

Is Shoally Creek Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Shoally Creek Elementary a Title I school?

No, Shoally Creek Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Shoally Creek Elementary?

84.4% of students at Shoally Creek 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
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
18 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
698
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Free/Reduced Lunch
84.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Spartanburg County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.6%

District

Spartanburg 02
District Enrollment
11,977
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,785
District Rank
#1 of 14

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