Serving 917 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sara Collins Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 63% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 917 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sara Collins Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Sara Collins Elementary School's student population of 917 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
917 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Motto
Our students are our world
School Rankings
Sara Collins Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sara Collins Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#287 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
13%
15%
Black
25%
31%
White
56%
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
31%
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 Sara Collins Elementary School's ranking?
Sara Collins Elementary School is ranked #287 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Sara Collins Elementary School?
917 students attend Sara Collins Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Sara Collins Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sara Collins Elementary School?
Sara Collins Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sara Collins Elementary School offer ?
Sara Collins Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sara Collins Elementary School part of?
Sara Collins Elementary School is part of Greenville 01 School District.
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