Pine Street Elementary School is a public elementary school located at 500 South Pine Street in Spartanburg, South Carolina. It serves children from kindergarten through fifth grade and is part of Spartanburg County School District 7.
Serving 623 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pine St. Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher 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 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 623 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pine St. Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pine St. Elementary School's student population of 623 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
623 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
1929
Colors
White, Green, Navy Blue
School Rankings
Pine St. Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pine St. Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#144 out of 1118 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
15%
31%
White
72%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Pine St. Elementary School's ranking?
Pine St. Elementary School is ranked #144 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Pine St. Elementary School often compared to?
Pine St. Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mary H. Wright Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Pine St. Elementary School?
623 students attend Pine St. Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Pine St. Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pine St. Elementary School?
Pine St. Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pine St. Elementary School offer ?
Pine St. Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pine St. Elementary School part of?
Pine St. Elementary School is part of Spartanburg 07 School District.
In what neighborhood is Pine St. Elementary School located?
Pine St. Elementary School is located in the Converse Heights neighborhood of Spartanburg, SC.
School Reviews
5 3/24/2020
Pine Street School is one of my favorite places on Earth! The children are happy, the teachers care and the administrators are always easy to talk to. We have loved being a part of this school. The school play in the spring is out of this world. WOW - so many excellent opportunities for creativity and strong learning.
Review Pine St. Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
The 15 Biggest Failures of the American Public Education System
The world is in a constant state of change and those who fail to adjust fall behind. Unfortunately, the American public education system has not kept up with the times and is currently facing a number of serious problems. Keep reading to learn about the biggest failures affecting the modern U.S. public education system as well as some of the trends that could spark change.
Florida Governor Calls for More Funding for State鈥檚 Public School System
Florida Governor Rick Scott has introduced a state budget for next year that pumps one billion more dollars into the public school system. We鈥檒l look at his reasons for the increase and the responses to the proposal.
Can Your Child鈥檚 School Meet the National Standards?
The article discusses the challenges public schools face in meeting national educational standards. It examines current performance trends, identifies key issues affecting student achievement, and explores potential solutions for improving academic outcomes across U.S. public schools.
