Serving 834 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Buena Vista Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 834 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buena Vista 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
Buena Vista Elementary School's student population of 834 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
834 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Someplace Special
School Rankings
Buena Vista Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buena Vista Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#75 out of 1118 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
15%
31%
White
65%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Greenville 01 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buena Vista Elementary School's ranking?
Buena Vista Elementary School is ranked #75 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Buena Vista Elementary School often compared to?
Buena Vista Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Buena Vista Elementary School?
834 students attend Buena Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Buena Vista Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buena Vista Elementary School?
Buena Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Buena Vista Elementary School offer ?
Buena Vista Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Buena Vista Elementary School part of?
Buena Vista Elementary School is part of Greenville 01 School District.
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