Best Public Schools in Zip Code 29661


Summary:

The zip code 29661 contains a single public elementary school, Slater Marietta Elementary, serving grades PK-5 with a total enrollment of 324 students. The school's academic performance is mixed, with fluctuating proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics compared to the Greenville 01 district and the state of South Carolina. However, the school serves a predominantly economically disadvantaged student population, with 100% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch.

Slater Marietta Elementary's academic performance has varied over the past two school years. In the 2023-2024 school year, the school's 3rd-grade proficiency rates in English Language Arts (49.1%) and Mathematics (47.4%) were lower than the district and state averages. However, the school's 4th-grade proficiency rates in both subjects were higher than the district and state. The 5th-grade performance was mixed, with the English Language Arts score exceeding the district and state, but the Mathematics score falling behind.

The school's per-student spending of $14,294 and a student-teacher ratio of 11.8 suggest that it has adequate resources to support student learning. However, the high percentage of economically disadvantaged students may present challenges that require targeted interventions and support to improve overall academic outcomes. Continued monitoring and data-driven decision-making will be crucial in addressing the school's performance gaps and ensuring equitable educational opportunities for all students in the 29661 zip code area.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the South Carolina Department of Education.

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