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West End Elementary

Elementary School · Pickens 01

314 Pelzer Highway, Easley, SC 29642

Enrollment

663

Student-Teacher

15.4:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#753 of 1,176

In Easley

#10 of 12

public schools

In district

#17 of 23

Pickens 01

Academic performance

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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West End Elementary

5.7/10

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

Richard H. Gettys Middle

5.2/10

1.3 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

East End Elementary

6.6/10

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About West End Elementary

West End Elementary is a public elementary school in Easley, SC, part of Pickens 01. West End Elementary serves approximately 663 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. West End Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #753 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for West End Elementary show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • SC avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.69 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+10.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile62th
Resources & Environment3.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,485
Chronic Absenteeism22.8%

West End Elementary — Students at West End Elementary score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 61.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 59.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from SC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
85%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
85%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
76%
ELA
86%
2014
Math
50%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
53%
ELA
43%
2016
Math
53%
ELA
33%
2017
Math
60%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
49%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
49%
2020*
Math
41%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
41%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
44%
ELA
50%

* 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: 5.4/10.

How West End Elementary Compares

See how West End Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
36th percentile in SC
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.8%

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

314 Pelzer Highway, Easley, SC 29642

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering West End Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Powdersville Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Greenville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lakes and Bridges Charter School (rated 7.6/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wren Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Piedmont), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Easley, see our Easley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Richard H. Gettys Middle Easley 1.3 mi 5.2
East End Elementary Easley 1.6 mi 6.6
Easley High Easley 1.6 mi 7.0
Forest Acres Elementary Easley 1.8 mi 6.8
Lakes and Bridges Charter School Easley 2.2 mi 7.6
McKissick Academy of Science and Technology Easley 3.0 mi 6.6
EASLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Easley 2.6 mi 5.7
Hunt Meadows Elementary Easley 3.8 mi 7.2
Crosswell Elementary Easley 5.3 mi 5.9
Wren Middle Piedmont 6.5 mi 6.3
Liberty Elementary Liberty 5.8 mi 5.3
Wren High Piedmont 6.7 mi 7.3
Wren Elementary Piedmont 6.9 mi 7.5
Liberty High Liberty 6.4 mi 7.2
Liberty Middle Liberty 6.2 mi 4.4
Powdersville Middle Greenville 6.5 mi 7.2
Powdersville Elementary Greenville 6.5 mi 7.7
Concrete Primary Easley 6.6 mi 5.2
Powdersville High Greenville 6.6 mi 7.5
Pickens Elementary Pickens 7.2 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29642 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,604

Median Home Value

$267,700

Median Rent

$915/mo

Population

35,721

College Educated

33.3%

Homeownership

82.4%

Avg Commute

31.1 min

Poverty Rate

9.2%

Median Age

40.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about West End Elementary

What grades does West End Elementary serve?

West End Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend West End Elementary?

West End Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 663 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at West End Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at West End Elementary is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does West End Elementary rank in SC?

West End Elementary ranks #753 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is West End Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

West End Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 West End Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, West End Elementary has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is West End Elementary a charter school?

No, West End Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is West End Elementary a Title I school?

No, West End Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for West End Elementary?

100.0% of students at West End 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
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
663
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Pickens County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.8%

District

Pickens 01
District Enrollment
16,223
Schools in District
24
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,485
District Rank
#17 of 23

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