Serving 640 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 57% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 640 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Woodruff Elementary School's student population of 640 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
640 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Woodruff Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodruff Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#373 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
14%
15%
Black
12%
31%
White
62%
46%
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.9%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
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 #373 out of 1,118 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 School, Mauldin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Woodruff Elementary School?
640 students attend Woodruff Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Woodruff Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 11% 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Woodruff Elementary School part of?
Woodruff Elementary School is part of Spartanburg 04 School District.
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