Serving 1,051 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ellen Woodside 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 51% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,051 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ellen Woodside Elementary School's student population of 1,051 students has grown by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 60% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,051 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Year Founded
2024
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 25, 2026
School Rankings
Ellen Woodside 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 Ellen Woodside Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#407 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
14%
14%
Black
24%
31%
White
54%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ellen Woodside Elementary School's ranking?
Ellen Woodside Elementary School is ranked #407 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Ellen Woodside Elementary School often compared to?
Ellen Woodside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sue Cleveland Elementary School, Fork Shoals 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 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Ellen Woodside Elementary School?
1,051 students attend Ellen Woodside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Ellen Woodside Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ellen Woodside Elementary School?
Ellen Woodside Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ellen Woodside Elementary School offer ?
Ellen Woodside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ellen Woodside Elementary School part of?
Ellen Woodside Elementary School is part of Greenville 01 School District.
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