Average
#770 of 1,176 schools in SC
Wellford Academy of Science and Technology
Elementary School · Spartanburg 05 · Wellford, SC
A Spartanburg 05 elementary school serving grades Pre-K – 4th.
864 Syphrit Road, Wellford, SC 29385
- Math 42% proficient (2022)
- Reading 47% proficient (2022)
- 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
Full Profile · 3/3 metricsView breakdown
View breakdown
View breakdown
Students at Wellford Academy of Science and Technology score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
2022 EdFacts proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. SC average.
Trend
→ SteadyProficiency is down 43 points across the 14-year record (2009–2022) and has held near 45% recently.
Show all 14 years
Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 59% (multi-year average, 2009-2022) · reading/ELA 54% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 28 test records from SC state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
83.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateThe neighborhood
Where Wellford Academy of Science and Technology sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries.
Getting around & local context
- Walk 4Car-Dependent
- Bike 23Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety: Elevated1,021/100K
Powered by
FBI Uniform Crime Reporting · 2024 · city context (Wellford), not school-level safety or attendance eligibility. Source details
Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$56,723
Median home value
$207,300
Median rent
$1,029/mo
College educated
18.7%
Homeownership
77.1%
Poverty rate
9.6%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 29385; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Programs & Offerings
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duncan Elementary School of the ArtsEnrollment path unverified | 6.3 | PK–4 | 2.4 mi | 739 | Compare → |
| Fairforest ElementaryEnrollment path unverified | 5.5 | K–5 | 2.8 mi | 739 | Compare → |
| Lyman ElementaryEnrollment path unverified | 7.0 | PK–4 | 4.3 mi | 842 | Compare → |
| Oakbrook Preparatory SchoolPrivate · tuition | 7.8private | PK–12 | 4.4 mi | 403 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Private · tuition: Potential private option; tuition and admission requirements have not been verified.
Public and private scores come from different models and are shown side by side, not blended into one ranking.
Spartanburg 05
- Schools in district
- 12
- Rank in district
- #11 of 12
- District spending per student
- $11,950NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 11.5%Census SAIPE · 2024
Wellford Academy of Science and Technology is listed in Spartanburg 05; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Wellford Academy of Science and Technology
Wellford Academy of Science and Technology is a public elementary school in Wellford, SC, part of Spartanburg 05, serving approximately 496 students in grades Pre-K-4th with a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #770 of 1,176 schools in SC. State assessment records show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Wellford Academy of Science and Technology
What grades does Wellford Academy of Science and Technology serve?
Wellford Academy of Science and Technology serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Wellford Academy of Science and Technology?
Wellford Academy of Science and Technology has an enrollment of approximately 496 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wellford Academy of Science and Technology?
The student-teacher ratio at Wellford Academy of Science and Technology is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wellford Academy of Science and Technology rank in SC?
Wellford Academy of Science and Technology ranks #770 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is Wellford Academy of Science and Technology's MySchoolScout rating?
Wellford Academy of Science and Technology has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Wellford Academy of Science and Technology?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wellford Academy of Science and Technology has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Wellford Academy of Science and Technology a charter school?
No, Wellford Academy of Science and Technology is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wellford Academy of Science and Technology a Title I school?
No, Wellford Academy of Science and Technology is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wellford Academy of Science and Technology?
83.1% of students at Wellford Academy of Science and Technology qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 496
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Spartanburg County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.8%
- Phone
- (864) 949-2385
- Area population (ZIP 29385)
- 7,809
- Area average commute
- 21.4 min
- Area median age
- 36.7
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2022 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2022 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2022 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2022 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 29385; this does not measure the attendance area.
- Programs (AP/IB, athletics, gifted)
- CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22 · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: SY 2021–22. A newer release may be available.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2022; directory SY 2023–24
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.