Serving 701 students in grades 6-8, Woodruff Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 701 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Woodruff Middle School's student population of 701 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
701 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Colors
Wolverine Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
School Rankings
Woodruff Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodruff Middle School is 0.56, 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
#667 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
12%
15%
Black
16%
31%
White
63%
46%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.4%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
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 Middle School's ranking?
Woodruff Middle School is ranked #667 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Woodruff Middle School?
701 students attend Woodruff Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Woodruff Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 12% 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 Middle School?
Woodruff Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Woodruff Middle School offer ?
Woodruff Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Woodruff Middle School part of?
Woodruff Middle School is part of Spartanburg 04 School District.
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