I am not too impressed with Blythe this year. I have a child that is in her 3rd year and it seems that things are falling apart. The new principal is cold and rigid. She is running the school like a prison. The language classes aren't that great.
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Posted by a parent on 01/27/08
Blythe Academy has been a wonderful experience for my children. I have a child in 1st grade French Immersion and a child in 4th grade French Immersion. I have been very pleased with their teachers and the academics in the classrooms. Along with that they are learning the French language. Also my
... Read more daughter is in the challenge program that is offered in grades 3rd - 5th which has broadened her even more. Now we are now having the pleasure of starting the flute in our home, our talented music teacher gives more of her time to our students by offering band at our school. I grew up living in different areas and I believe learning any language at a young age will help a child in life. Our teachers, students and parents make this a great school! Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/19/06
Blythe Acdamey provides strong academic instruction as well as enrichment in foreign languages. The teachers are amazing and parent volunteers are very supportive.
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Posted by a parent on 07/22/06
Blythe is a wonderful school. The French K5 teacher is the best. All the children love her and learn so much. The children in my childs class are a great mix. Some are zoned to the school and others are able to join the program. The kids range from all walks of life.
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Posted by a parent on 10/06/05
Blythe is a good school, IF your child is a very visual learner, and is well ahead for their grade. It is NOT, however, a good school for any child who is struggling or simply 'average'. This school caters to the 'country club' set, and the kids who can keep their test scores up. The principal can
... Read more be very hateful and rude if you question her judgement. There is LOTS of emphasis on PTA fundraisers and selling things. Overall, I'd say that if your child is average, or strugging, or you're not very well off, stay away from Blythe. It's all about who you know, how much you can contribute, and what you wear there. Read less
* In 2006-2007 South Carolina used the Palmetto Achievement Challenge Tests (PACT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English/language arts, math, social studies and science. The PACT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of South Carolina. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.
Student enrollment:
845
Students per teacher:
11
Full-time teachers:
76
Number of classrooms:
29
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Greenville schools — Blythe Academy is located at 100 Blythe Dr, Greenville SC 29605. 100 Blythe Dr is in the 29605 ZIP code in Greenville, SC The school district for Blythe Academy is the Greenville County School District. Blythe Academy is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 5.
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