Serving 515 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Summit Drive Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 515 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Summit Drive Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Summit Drive Elementary School's student population of 515 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
515 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
We are a community of leaders who work hard to stretch our minds, inspire others, and learn new things through perseverance.
School Rankings
Summit Drive Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Summit Drive Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#284 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
17%
14%
Black
17%
31%
White
60%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
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 Summit Drive Elementary School's ranking?
Summit Drive Elementary School is ranked #284 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Summit Drive Elementary School often compared to?
Summit Drive Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stone Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Summit Drive Elementary School?
515 students attend Summit Drive Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Summit Drive Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Summit Drive Elementary School?
Summit Drive Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Summit Drive Elementary School offer ?
Summit Drive Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Summit Drive Elementary School part of?
Summit Drive Elementary School is part of Greenville 01 School District.
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