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#455 of 1,176 schools in SC

Top 39% in state

Taylors Elementary

Elementary School · Greenville 01

809 Reid School Road, Taylors, SC 29687

Enrollment

771

Student-Teacher

15.4:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#455 of 1,176

In Taylors

#7 of 9

public schools

In district

#41 of 88

Greenville 01

Academic performance

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Taylors Elementary

6.8/10

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

Brook Glenn Elementary

6.4/10

1.9 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

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About Taylors Elementary

Taylors Elementary is a public elementary school in Taylors, SC, part of Greenville 01. Taylors Elementary serves approximately 771 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Taylors Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #455 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Taylors Elementary show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • SC avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.86 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.8Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+4.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile67th
Resources & Environment4.7Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,375
Chronic Absenteeism20.9%

Taylors Elementary — Students at Taylors Elementary score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

64.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 62.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 61.1% (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
79%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
81%
ELA
83%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
80%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
59%
ELA
35%
2015
Math
55%
ELA
48%
2016
Math
48%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
55%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
58%
ELA
55%
2019
Math
58%
ELA
55%
2020*
Math
48%
ELA
48%
2021*
Math
48%
ELA
48%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
57%

* 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: 7.0/10.

How Taylors Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.8/10
61th percentile in SC
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
4.7/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
64%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
50 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.9%

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

809 Reid School Road, Taylors, SC 29687

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Taylors Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Paris Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is AS-SABEEL ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Greer), which scores notably higher. Additionally, U U WORLD OF CHILDREN (rated 7.9/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Greenville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Taylors, see our Taylors schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Brook Glenn Elementary Taylors 1.9 mi 6.4
TAYLORS FIRST PRE-ACADEMY Taylors 1.8 mi
Paris Elementary Taylors 2.5 mi 8.1
HIDDEN TREASURE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Taylors 2.7 mi 7.9
Sevier Middle Greenville 2.6 mi 6.0
Northwood Middle Taylors 2.9 mi 6.3
PRINCE OF PEACE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Taylors 2.8 mi 6.6
Greer Middle College Charter High Taylors 2.8 mi 9.4
EDWARD RD BAPTIST CHURCH KINDERGARTEN Greenville 3.3 mi
Eastside High Taylors 3.2 mi 7.4
ALDERSGATE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Greenville 3.5 mi
Brushy Creek Elementary Taylors 3.3 mi 7.4
Wade Hampton High Greenville 3.5 mi 7.5
Lake Forest Elementary Greenville 3.6 mi 6.5
JOHN KNOX WEEKDAY KINDERGARTEN Greenville 3.7 mi
Mitchell Road Elementary Greenville 3.9 mi 7.3
AS-SABEEL ACADEMY Greer 3.4 mi 8.0
MITCHELL ROAD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Greenville 4.2 mi 6.1
WHITE OAK BAPTIST CHURCH KINDERGARTEN Greenville 4.2 mi
U U WORLD OF CHILDREN Greenville 3.8 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29687 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,379

Median Home Value

$247,400

Median Rent

$1,170/mo

Population

43,577

College Educated

39.3%

Homeownership

76.6%

Avg Commute

23.2 min

Poverty Rate

9.8%

Median Age

39.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Taylors Elementary

What grades does Taylors Elementary serve?

Taylors Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Taylors Elementary?

Taylors Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 771 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Taylors Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Taylors Elementary is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Taylors Elementary rank in SC?

Taylors Elementary ranks #455 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Taylors Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Taylors Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Taylors Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Taylors Elementary has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Taylors Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Taylors Elementary a Title I school?

No, Taylors Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

64.1% of students at Taylors 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
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
14 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
771
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
50
Free/Reduced Lunch
64.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Greenville County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.9%

District

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

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