The top reported proficiency rate is 55% in Math. The lowest is 30% in Science.
Original Research by School Decision on Meeting Street Academy-spartanburg
Meeting Street Academy-Spartanburg is a regular public elementary school serving prekindergarten through fifth grade in the heart of Spartanburg, part of Spartanburg School District 7. It sits on East Broad Street, near the downtown core. The school is not a charter or magnet, and it draws its enrollment from the city itself. The district, publicly reported, recently opened a new Spartanburg High School campus, a major capital project that reflects ongoing investment in the area.
Every student at Meeting Street Academy qualifies for free or reduced-price lunch, a marker of the community’s economic reality. This is a school serving a population with very high poverty. The student body is predominantly Black, with a smaller share of students who identify as two or more races, followed by Hispanic, White, Asian, and American Indian students in very small numbers. The school is a moderate-sized elementary, with classes across all grades from PK through five. Data on students with disabilities and English learners was not available in the profile.
On state assessments, the picture is mixed. In math, third and fourth graders showed proficiency rates in a range that many would consider solid, especially given the poverty level. Fifth-grade math was a softer spot, with a notably lower proficiency rate. In English language arts, the pattern was similar: fourth grade was a relative bright spot, third grade was around the midpoint, and fifth grade lagged. The most recent science results, from fourth grade in the prior school year, showed a low proficiency rate. A parent may want to look into this further with the school to understand the fifth-grade dip and the science performance. Social studies data from several years ago was suppressed and does not provide a current picture. Because this is an elementary school, there is no graduation rate to report.
Spartanburg itself is a mid-sized city that functions as the county seat and a regional hub for the Upstate. Once dominated by textile mills, its economy has shifted toward healthcare, higher education, corporate headquarters, and regional manufacturing, including a major BMW plant in nearby Greer. Downtown Spartanburg is described as compact and pedestrian-friendly, anchored by Morgan Square, with murals, restaurants, and historic buildings. Several colleges and universities sit within the city, including Wofford College and Converse University, giving the city a college-town dimension. Major employers in the city include Spartanburg Regional Healthcare, the county, and the school district itself. A new minor league baseball stadium opened in 2025, and downtown has seen ongoing revitalization, including a new Marriott hotel and a joint government complex under construction. The broader metro area has experienced growth.
For a family considering Meeting Street Academy-Spartanburg, the school offers a neighborhood elementary experience in a city with a strong sense of place and a diversifying economy. The student body is economically homogeneous, with all families eligible for meal assistance. Academically, the school shows strength in early elementary math and fourth-grade reading, but performance declines at fifth grade, which may be a point to explore. The setting is urban, with downtown amenities within walking distance, and the district is investing in new facilities at the high school level. This is a school that serves a high-need community, and families choosing it should expect a staff working under the conditions that come with that context.
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