Serving 615 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 56% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). 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 37% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 615 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 56% (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 615 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
615 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Woodruff Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodruff Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#386 out of 1154 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
41%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
50%

Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%

Hispanic
12%
14%

Black
12%
31%

White
63%
47%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
67%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodruff Elementary School's ranking?
Woodruff Elementary School is ranked #386 out of 1,154 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?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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?
615 students attend Woodruff Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Woodruff Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% 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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