Serving 596 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cedar Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 596 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cedar Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Cedar Grove Elementary School's student population of 596 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
596 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Motto
A Tradition of Excellence
School Rankings
Cedar Grove 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 Cedar Grove Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#190 out of 1118 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
13%
15%
Black
5%
31%
White
77%
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
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Anderson 01 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cedar Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Cedar Grove Elementary School is ranked #190 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Cedar Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Cedar Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Pointe Elementary School, Centerville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Cedar Grove Elementary School?
596 students attend Cedar Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Cedar Grove Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cedar Grove Elementary School?
Cedar Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cedar Grove Elementary School offer ?
Cedar Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cedar Grove Elementary School part of?
Cedar Grove Elementary School is part of Anderson 01 School District.
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