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#297 of 1,176 schools in SC

Top 25% in state

A.j. Whittenberg Elementary

Elementary School · Greenville 01

420 Westfield Street, Greenville, SC 29601

Enrollment

479

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#297 of 1,176

In Greenville

#18 of 51

public schools

In district

#25 of 88

Greenville 01

Academic performance

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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A.j. Whittenberg Elementary

7.4/10

Elementary School in Greenville · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About A.j. Whittenberg Elementary

A.j. Whittenberg Elementary is a public elementary school in Greenville, SC, part of Greenville 01. A.j.

Whittenberg Elementary serves approximately 479 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. A.j. Whittenberg Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #297 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for A.j. Whittenberg Elementary show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.8
  • SC avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-2.87 pts/yr
Data Period2011–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency64% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency64% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency64% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+12.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile78th
Resources & Environment6.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,375
Chronic Absenteeism9.4%

A.j. Whittenberg Elementary — Students at A.j. Whittenberg Elementary score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

65.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 68.3% (multi-year average, 2011-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 64.6% (multi-year average, 2011-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 24 test records from SC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2011
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
91%
ELA
90%
2014
Math
70%
ELA
45%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
58%
ELA
49%
2017
Math
59%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
64%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
64%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
54%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
54%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
64%
ELA
64%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.0/10.

How A.j. Whittenberg Elementary Compares

See how A.j. Whittenberg Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.4/10
75th percentile in SC
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
6.8/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
66%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

420 Westfield Street, Greenville, SC 29601

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering A.j. Whittenberg Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stone Academy (rated 8.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Augusta Circle Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Monaview Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Greenville, see our Greenville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
UPSTATE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Greenville 0.4 mi
ST ANTHONY OF PADUA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greenville 0.4 mi 6.4
ST MARYS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greenville 0.6 mi 5.9
Greenville Senior High Academy Greenville 0.6 mi 7.4
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN ACADEMY DOWNTOWN Greenville 0.6 mi 3.1
SC Governor's School for Arts and Humanities Greenville 0.6 mi 8.6
FOOTPRINTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Greenville 0.8 mi
BEST SKILLS ACADEMY Greenville 1.0 mi
Legacy Early College Greenville 1.2 mi 8.5
HAYNSWORTH SCHOOL Greenville 1.2 mi
Stone Academy Greenville 1.4 mi 8.4
Hollis Academy Greenville 1.6 mi 6.3
VERITAS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Greenville 1.5 mi 6.3
Overbrook Child Development Center Greenville 1.7 mi 5.1
Alexander Elementary Greenville 1.8 mi 4.2
Augusta Circle Elementary Greenville 2.1 mi 8.4
WESTMINSTER WEEKDAY SCHOOL Greenville 2.1 mi 3.8
Monaview Elementary Greenville 2.1 mi 6.6
EINSTEIN ACADEMY Greenville 2.0 mi
FIRST BAPTIST DAY SCHOOL Greenville 2.0 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,321

Median Home Value

$583,200

Median Rent

$1,406/mo

Population

13,452

College Educated

52%

Homeownership

31.5%

Avg Commute

20.2 min

Poverty Rate

17.9%

Median Age

39.9

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Forest Lake Elementary Columbia, SC 7.4
Oak Pointe Elementary Irmo, SC 7.4
Ballentine Elementary Irmo, SC 7.5
Berea Elementary Greenville, SC 7.5
Bookman Road Elementary Elgin, SC 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about A.j. Whittenberg Elementary

What grades does A.j. Whittenberg Elementary serve?

A.j. Whittenberg Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend A.j. Whittenberg Elementary?

A.j. Whittenberg Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 479 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at A.j. Whittenberg Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at A.j. Whittenberg Elementary is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does A.j. Whittenberg Elementary rank in SC?

A.j. Whittenberg Elementary ranks #297 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is A.j. Whittenberg Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

A.j. Whittenberg Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at A.j. Whittenberg Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, A.j. Whittenberg Elementary has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).

Is A.j. Whittenberg Elementary a charter school?

No, A.j. Whittenberg Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is A.j. Whittenberg Elementary a Title I school?

No, A.j. Whittenberg Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for A.j. Whittenberg Elementary?

65.6% of students at A.j. Whittenberg Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
56 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
92 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
479
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
65.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Greenville County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.4%

District

Greenville 01
District Enrollment
78,371
Schools in District
93
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,375
District Rank
#25 of 88

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