Serving 562 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Merrywood Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 60% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 562 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Merrywood Elementary serves the northern part of Greenwood, SC, covering an area of approximately 7.1 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.4 miles to the edge of the attendance area, extending up to 4.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Merrywood Elementary School's student population of 562 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
562 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Merrywood Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Merrywood Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#403 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
15%
15%
Black
33%
31%
White
47%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.3%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Merrywood Elementary School's ranking?
Merrywood Elementary School is ranked #403 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Merrywood Elementary School often compared to?
Merrywood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pinecrest Elementary School, Mathews Elementary School, Eleanor S. Rice Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Merrywood Elementary School?
562 students attend Merrywood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Merrywood Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Merrywood Elementary School?
Merrywood Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Merrywood Elementary School offer ?
Merrywood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Merrywood Elementary School part of?
Merrywood Elementary School is part of Greenwood 50 School District.
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