Serving 551 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Carlisle-foster's Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 67% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (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 21% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 551 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carlisle-foster's Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Carlisle-foster's Grove Elementary School's student population of 551 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 39% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
551 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Motto
Every child matters, every moment counts.
School Rankings
Carlisle-foster's 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 Carlisle-foster's Grove Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#183 out of 1118 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
6%
31%
White
79%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
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 Carlisle-foster's Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Carlisle-foster's Grove Elementary School is ranked #183 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Carlisle-foster's Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Carlisle-foster's Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakland Elementary School, Shoally Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Carlisle-foster's Grove Elementary School?
551 students attend Carlisle-foster's Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Carlisle-foster's Grove Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carlisle-foster's Grove Elementary School?
Carlisle-foster's 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 Carlisle-foster's Grove Elementary School offer ?
Carlisle-foster's Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Carlisle-foster's Grove Elementary School part of?
Carlisle-foster's Grove Elementary School is part of Spartanburg 02 School District.
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