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#233 of 1,176 schools in SC

Top 20% in state

Summit Drive Elementary

Elementary School · Greenville 01

424 Summit Drive, Greenville, SC 29609

Enrollment

515

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#233 of 1,176

In Greenville

#12 of 51

public schools

In district

#14 of 88

Greenville 01

Academic performance

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Summit Drive Elementary

7.6/10

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

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8.3/10

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6.3/10

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About Summit Drive Elementary

Summit Drive Elementary is a public elementary school in Greenville, SC, part of Greenville 01. Summit Drive Elementary serves approximately 515 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Summit Drive Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #233 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Summit Drive Elementary show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.8
  • SC avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.9Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.09 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency63% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency64% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency64% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+4.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile73th
Resources & Environment6.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,375
Chronic Absenteeism16.7%

Summit Drive Elementary — Students at Summit Drive Elementary score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

50.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 71.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 67.4% (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
87%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
85%
ELA
89%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
83%
2014
Math
69%
ELA
45%
2015
Math
65%
ELA
55%
2016
Math
70%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
63%
ELA
54%
2018
Math
70%
ELA
64%
2019
Math
70%
ELA
64%
2020*
Math
58%
ELA
60%
2021*
Math
58%
ELA
60%
2022
Math
63%
ELA
64%

* 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: 7.9/10.

How Summit Drive Elementary Compares

See how Summit Drive Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.6/10
80th percentile in SC
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
6.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
50%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.7%

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

424 Summit Drive, Greenville, SC 29609

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Summit Drive Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stone Academy (rated 8.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Meyer Center for Special Children (rated 8.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Paris Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Taylors), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Greenville, see our Greenville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Meyer Center for Special Children Greenville 0.6 mi 8.3
League Academy Greenville 0.6 mi 6.3
WHITE OAK BAPTIST CHURCH KINDERGARTEN Greenville 1.0 mi
Stone Academy Greenville 1.1 mi 8.4
BOB JONES ACADEMY Greenville 1.1 mi 4.9
East North Street Academy Greenville 1.3 mi 6.4
HAYNSWORTH SCHOOL Greenville 1.4 mi
Greenville Middle Academy Greenville 1.4 mi 6.4
Overbrook Child Development Center Greenville 1.5 mi 5.1
HAMPTON PARK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Greenville 1.7 mi 4.9
Wade Hampton High Greenville 1.7 mi 7.5
U U WORLD OF CHILDREN Greenville 2.1 mi 7.9
ST MARYS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greenville 1.9 mi 5.9
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN ACADEMY DOWNTOWN Greenville 2.0 mi 3.1
Cherrydale Elementary Greenville 1.9 mi 3.9
Sevier Middle Greenville 2.4 mi 6.0
Paris Elementary Taylors 2.4 mi 8.1
HIDDEN TREASURE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Taylors 2.3 mi 7.9
ALDERSGATE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Greenville 2.2 mi
SC Governor's School for Arts and Humanities Greenville 2.5 mi 8.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29609 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,837

Median Home Value

$303,800

Median Rent

$1,078/mo

Population

31,080

College Educated

47%

Homeownership

61.6%

Avg Commute

22.1 min

Poverty Rate

15.2%

Median Age

39.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Summit Drive Elementary

What grades does Summit Drive Elementary serve?

Summit Drive Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Summit Drive Elementary?

Summit Drive Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 515 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Summit Drive Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Summit Drive Elementary is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Summit Drive Elementary rank in SC?

Summit Drive Elementary ranks #233 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Summit Drive Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Summit Drive 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 Summit Drive Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Summit Drive Elementary has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Summit Drive Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Summit Drive Elementary a Title I school?

No, Summit Drive Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Summit Drive Elementary?

50.1% of students at Summit Drive 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
29 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
17 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
515
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
50.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Greenville County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.7%

District

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

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