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Very Good

#243 of 1,176 schools in SC

Top 21% in state

Based on limited data

Sugar Ridge Elementary

Elementary School · Spartanburg 02

2055 Hanging Rock Road, Boiling Springs, SC 29316

Enrollment

817

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#243 of 1,176

In Boiling Springs

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#5 of 14

Spartanburg 02

Academic performance

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Sugar Ridge Elementary

7.6/10

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

Boiling Springs Middle

5.4/10

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6.7/10

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About Sugar Ridge Elementary

Sugar Ridge Elementary is a public elementary school in Boiling Springs, SC, part of Spartanburg 02. Sugar Ridge Elementary serves approximately 817 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Sugar Ridge Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #243 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Sugar Ridge Elementary show 67% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.4
  • SC avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics9.0Excellent60%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency68% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency68% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+17.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile84th
Resources & Environment5.6Average40%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,785
Chronic Absenteeism19.7%

Sugar Ridge Elementary — Students at Sugar Ridge Elementary score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

69.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 67.0% (2022 EdFacts)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 68.0% (2022 EdFacts)
School
State
N/A

Based on 2 test records from SC state assessments. About our data

How Sugar Ridge Elementary Compares

See how Sugar Ridge Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.6/10
79th percentile in SC
Academic
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
5.6/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
70%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
61 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.7%

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

2055 Hanging Rock Road, Boiling Springs, SC 29316

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sugar Ridge Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Shoally Creek Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 3.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Boiling Springs Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, James H. Hendrix Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 3.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Boiling Springs, see our Boiling Springs schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Boiling Springs Middle Inman 1.2 mi 5.4
Oakland Elementary Inman 1.4 mi 6.7
Boiling Springs Elementary Boiling Springs 2.0 mi 7.1
UMC OF THE COVENANT CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Spartanburg 2.5 mi
Boiling Springs High Boiling Springs 2.4 mi 6.8
James H. Hendrix Elementary Boiling Springs 3.2 mi 6.8
Rainbow Lake Middle Chesnee 4.1 mi 4.6
High Point Academy Spartanburg 4.5 mi 8.8
Shoally Creek Elementary Boiling Springs 3.9 mi 8.4
Lone Oak Elementary Spartanburg 4.9 mi 4.9
Inman Elementary Inman 4.5 mi 6.2
Inman Intermediate Inman 4.6 mi 4.9
Fairforest Elementary Spartanburg 5.4 mi 5.5
T.E. Mabry Middle Inman 4.7 mi 4.7
New Prospect Elementary Inman 5.6 mi 6.5
Chapman High Inman 4.8 mi 8.2
Arcadia Elementary Spartanburg 6.1 mi 3.8
KIDS FIRST CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Chesnee 5.3 mi
Spartanburg Six Child Development Center Spartanburg 6.8 mi
Fairforest Middle Spartanburg 6.9 mi 4.2

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

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Chesnee Elementary Chesnee, SC 7.6
Ocean Bay Elementary Myrtle Beach, SC 7.6
Riverview Elementary Fort Mill, SC 7.6
Springfield Elementary Fort Mill, SC 7.6
St. James Elementary Myrtle Beach, SC 7.6
Summit Drive Elementary Greenville, SC 7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sugar Ridge Elementary

What grades does Sugar Ridge Elementary serve?

Sugar Ridge Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Sugar Ridge Elementary?

Sugar Ridge Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 817 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sugar Ridge Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Sugar Ridge Elementary is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sugar Ridge Elementary rank in SC?

Sugar Ridge Elementary ranks #243 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Sugar Ridge Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Sugar Ridge Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Sugar Ridge Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sugar Ridge Elementary has 67% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).

Is Sugar Ridge Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Sugar Ridge Elementary a Title I school?

No, Sugar Ridge Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sugar Ridge Elementary?

69.9% of students at Sugar Ridge 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
15 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
817
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
61
Free/Reduced Lunch
69.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Spartanburg County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.7%

District

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

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