Serving 698 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Shoally Creek 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 60% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 698 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shoally Creek Elementary School's student population of 698 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
698 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Shoally Creek 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 Shoally Creek Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#291 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
19%
31%
White
59%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Shoally Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Shoally Creek Elementary School is ranked #291 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Shoally Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Shoally Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Boiling Springs Elementary School, Carlisle-foster's Grove 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 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Shoally Creek Elementary School?
698 students attend Shoally Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Shoally Creek Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shoally Creek Elementary School?
Shoally Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Shoally Creek Elementary School offer ?
Shoally Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shoally Creek Elementary School part of?
Shoally Creek Elementary School is part of Spartanburg 02 School District.
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