Serving 1,078 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bryson 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 55% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,078 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bryson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Bryson Elementary School's student population of 1,078 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,078 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Rankings
Bryson 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 Bryson Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#411 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
19%
14%
Black
27%
31%
White
44%
47%
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
59%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Bryson Elementary School's ranking?
Bryson Elementary School is ranked #411 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Bryson Elementary School often compared to?
Bryson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fountain Inn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Bryson Elementary School?
1,078 students attend Bryson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Bryson Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 19% 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 Bryson Elementary School?
Bryson Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bryson Elementary School offer ?
Bryson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bryson Elementary School part of?
Bryson Elementary School is part of Greenville 01 School District.
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