Serving 791 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Boiling Springs 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 58% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 791 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Boiling Springs Elementary serves the southwest area of Boiling Springs, SC, covering approximately 12.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Boiling Springs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Boiling Springs Elementary School's student population of 791 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
791 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Boiling Springs 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 Boiling Springs Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#329 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
63%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.1%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boiling Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Boiling Springs Elementary School is ranked #329 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Boiling Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Boiling Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shoally Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Boiling Springs Elementary School?
791 students attend Boiling Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Boiling Springs Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Boiling Springs Elementary School?
Boiling Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Boiling Springs Elementary School offer ?
Boiling Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Boiling Springs Elementary School part of?
Boiling Springs Elementary School is part of Spartanburg 02 School District.
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