Summary:
Pauline, South Carolina, is served by a single public school, Pauline-Glenn Springs Elementary, which educates students from pre-kindergarten through 5th grade within the Spartanburg 06 district.
For parents, this school stands out as a clear academic leader within its district. In the most recent testing year, Pauline-Glenn Springs Elementary outperformed the district average in every subject and grade level tested, often by significant margins. For example, 4th-grade math proficiency was 66.7%, compared to the district's 47.6%. The school also beats the state average in most categories, with particular strengths in 4th-grade math and English Language Arts. While 3rd-grade scores dipped slightly below state averages, the school still holds a strong overall state ranking of 219th out of 649 elementary schools, placing it in the top third of the state. One of the school's most impressive attributes is its attendance; the chronic absenteeism rate is just 12.4%, which is less than half the district's rate of 26.1% and significantly better than the state average. This suggests a highly engaged student body and supportive family environment.
There are a few notable trends to watch. The school shows a "4th-grade peak," where scores are highest in that grade level, possibly indicating a particularly strong teaching team. However, there was a slight decline in proficiency across most subjects from the previous year, which could be a normal fluctuation or an emerging challenge. The school is well-resourced with a favorable 15:1 student-teacher ratio and per-student spending of $12,801, which likely supports its academic success. Overall, Pauline-Glenn Springs Elementary is a high-performing, well-attended school that offers a strong educational foundation, especially when compared to the broader district context.
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