Serving 493 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Berea Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 493 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Berea Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Berea Elementary School's student population of 493 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
493 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
transforming the future today!
School Rankings
Berea Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Berea Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#612 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
58%
14%
Black
21%
31%
White
17%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berea Elementary School's ranking?
Berea Elementary School is ranked #612 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Berea Elementary School often compared to?
Berea Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bell's Crossing Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Berea Elementary School?
493 students attend Berea Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Berea Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Berea Elementary School?
Berea Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Berea Elementary School offer ?
Berea Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Berea Elementary School part of?
Berea Elementary School is part of Greenville 01 School District.
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