Serving 482 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pauline-glenn Springs Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 60% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% 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: 482 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pauline-glenn Springs Elementary School's student population of 482 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
482 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1953
Colors
Royal Blue & Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Leading is a PGS Thing!
School Rankings
Pauline-glenn Springs 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 Pauline-glenn Springs Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#273 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
2%
31%
White
86%
46%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.2%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pauline-glenn Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Pauline-glenn Springs Elementary School is ranked #273 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Pauline-glenn Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Pauline-glenn Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Anderson Mill Elementary School, Roebuck Elementary School, Pine St. Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Pauline-glenn Springs Elementary School?
482 students attend Pauline-glenn Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Pauline-glenn Springs Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pauline-glenn Springs Elementary School?
Pauline-glenn Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pauline-glenn Springs Elementary School offer ?
Pauline-glenn Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pauline-glenn Springs Elementary School part of?
Pauline-glenn Springs Elementary School is part of Spartanburg 06 School District.
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