Serving 645 students in grades 3-5, Woodruff Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 645 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Woodruff Elementary School's student population of 645 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
645 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Woodruff Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodruff Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#475 out of 1095 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
11%
12%
Black
13%
32%
White
67%
48%
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
54%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodruff Elementary School's ranking?
Woodruff Elementary School is ranked #475 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Woodruff Elementary School often compared to?
Woodruff Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hickory Tavern Elementary/middle, Mauldin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
How many students attend Woodruff Elementary School?
645 students attend Woodruff Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Woodruff Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Woodruff Elementary School?
Woodruff Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Woodruff Elementary School offer ?
Woodruff Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Woodruff Elementary School part of?
Woodruff Elementary School is part of Spartanburg 04 School District.
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