Serving 601 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Grove Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (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 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 601 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Grove Elementary School's student population of 601 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
601 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
School Mascot
Eagle
School Rankings
Grove 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 Grove Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#862 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
50%
14%
Black
34%
31%
White
11%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Grove Elementary School is ranked #862 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sue Cleveland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Grove Elementary School?
601 students attend Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Grove Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grove Elementary School?
Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Grove Elementary School offer ?
Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Grove Elementary School part of?
Grove Elementary School is part of Greenville 01 School District.
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