Serving 803 students in grades 5-6, Berry Shoals Intermediate ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 803 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Berry Shoals Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Berry Shoals Intermediate's student population of 803 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
803 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Berry Shoals Intermediate ranks within the top 30% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Berry Shoals Intermediate is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#322 out of 1095 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
19%
32%
White
61%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berry Shoals Intermediate's ranking?
Berry Shoals Intermediate is ranked #322 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
How many students attend Berry Shoals Intermediate?
803 students attend Berry Shoals Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Berry Shoals Intermediate students are White, 19% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Berry Shoals Intermediate?
Berry Shoals Intermediate has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Berry Shoals Intermediate offer ?
Berry Shoals Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Berry Shoals Intermediate part of?
Berry Shoals Intermediate is part of Spartanburg 05 School District.
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