About This School
Buena Vista Elementary School is located in Greer, SC and is one of 53 elementary schools in Greenville School District. It is a public school that serves 835 students in grades PK, K-5.
Buena Vista Elementary School made AYP in 2011. Under No Child Left Behind, a school makes Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) if it achieves the minimum levels of improvement determined by the state of South Carolina in terms of student performance and other accountability measures. See Buena Vista Elementary School's test results to learn more about school performance.
In 2008, Buena Vista Elementary School had 19 students for every full-time equivalent teacher. The South Carolina average is 14 students per full-time equivalent teacher. Learn more about Buena Vista Elementary School's students and teachers. more
Buena Vista Elementary School made AYP in 2011. Under No Child Left Behind, a school makes Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) if it achieves the minimum levels of improvement determined by the state of South Carolina in terms of student performance and other accountability measures. See Buena Vista Elementary School's test results to learn more about school performance.
In 2008, Buena Vista Elementary School had 19 students for every full-time equivalent teacher. The South Carolina average is 14 students per full-time equivalent teacher. Learn more about Buena Vista Elementary School's students and teachers. more
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Greenville District Spending
$8,132Per Pupil
The Greenville spends $8,132 per pupil in current expenditures. The district spends 57% on instruction, 36% on support services, 7% on other elementary and secondary expenditures. More about Greenville District
Elementary Schools Nearby
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| School Name distance | TestRating | Community Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Woodland Elementary School 0.8 miles | n/a | |
| Brushy Creek Elementary School 1.8 miles | n/a | |
| Skyland Elementary School 1.9 miles | n/a | |
| Prince of Peace Catholic School 2.1 miles | n/a | |
| Brook Glenn Elementary School 2.8 miles | n/a |
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School Facts
- Public School
- Grades PK, K-5
- Greenville School District
Made AYP
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Contact
Buena Vista Elementary School310 South Batesville Rd
Greer, SC 29650
(864) 355-2200
www.greenville.k12.s...
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Test Scores
About the PASS
What is it?
The Palmetto Assessment of State Standards (PASS) are annual tests used to measure a student's mastery of the state's grade-level academic standards.
Which Grades and Subjects?
Students in grades 3 through 8 are assessed in English/language arts, math, social studies, writing, and science.
How is it Scored?
Students are scored at four levels: below basic, basic, proficient, and advanced. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.
About the PACT
What is it?
The Palmetto Achievement Challenge Tests (PACT) are annual tests used to measure a student's mastery of the state's grade-level academic standards.
Which Grades and Subjects?
Students in grades 3 through 8 are assessed in English/language arts, math, social studies, and science.
How is it Scored?
Students are scored at four levels: below basic, basic, proficient, and advanced. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.
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Enrollment (2010)
Total: 835
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Student Economic Level (2010)
In 2010, Buena Vista Elementary School had 19% of students eligible for free or reduced price lunch programs. South Carolina had 52% of eligible students for free or reduced price lunch programs. Eligibility for the National School Lunch Program is based on family income levels.Student Ethnicity (2010)
White
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19:1STUDENT-TEACHER RATIO
In 2010, Buena Vista Elementary School had 19 students for every full-time equivalent teacher.
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Buena Vista Elementary School
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It is an awesome school. Every one of the teachers that I have come in contact with is absolutely wonderful. The PTA is wonderful and has been a great support for the school. Buena Vista has done wonders for my children both academically and socially. If you are moving to the greenville area, be sure to make the the Buena Vista Elementary jurisdiction your home.
Submitted by a Parent on Aug 8, 2009
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