Average
#705 of 1,176 schools in SC
Whittaker Elementary
Elementary School · Orangeburg
790 Whittaker Parkway, Orangeburg, SC 29115
Enrollment
369
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
369
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#705 of 1,176
In Orangeburg
#4 of 10
public schools
In district
#15 of 26
Orangeburg
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Whittaker Elementary
Elementary School in Orangeburg · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Whittaker Elementary
Whittaker Elementary is a public elementary school in Orangeburg, SC, part of Orangeburg. Whittaker Elementary serves approximately 369 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Whittaker Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #705 of 1,176 schools in SC.
Structured state assessment records for Whittaker Elementary show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- SC avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Whittaker Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
53% of students at Whittaker Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Whittaker Elementary — Students at Whittaker Elementary score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 4 test records from SC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.6/10.
How Whittaker Elementary Compares
See how Whittaker Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
790 Whittaker Parkway, Orangeburg, SC 29115
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Whittaker Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Brookdale Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Felton Laboratory Charter School (rated 7.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sheridan Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Orangeburg, see our Orangeburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Robert E. Howard Middle Orangeburg | 0.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Felton Laboratory Charter School Orangeburg | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Brookdale Elementary Orangeburg | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| ORANGEBURG CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Orangeburg | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Mellichamp Elementary Orangeburg | 1.9 mi | 2.2 |
| Orangeburg Wilkinson High Orangeburg | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| William J. Clark Middle Orangeburg | 2.0 mi | 5.4 |
| ST ANDREWS METHODIST KINDERGARTEN Orangeburg | 2.3 mi | — |
| Marshall Elementary Orangeburg | 2.4 mi | 2.4 |
| OCSD High School for Health Professions Orangeburg | 2.6 mi | — |
| FIRST SOUTHERN METHODIST CHR & WESLEY CHRISTIAN SC Orangeburg | 2.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Sheridan Elementary Orangeburg | 2.8 mi | 7.0 |
| ORANGEBURG PREPARATORY SCHOOL Orangeburg | 3.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Edisto Primary Cordova | 6.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Edisto High Cordova | 6.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Edisto Elementary Orangeburg | 7.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Bethune-Bowman Elementary Rowesville | 8.1 mi | 2.7 |
| Bethune-Bowman Middle/High Rowesville | 8.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Carver Edisto Middle Cope | 9.7 mi | 5.1 |
| CALHOUN ACADEMY Saint Matthews | 11.5 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29115 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$34,174
Median Home Value
$95,600
Median Rent
$779/mo
Population
27,179
College Educated
19.3%
Homeownership
50.8%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
31.1%
Median Age
37.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Academy for Teaching and Learning Chester, SC | 5.9 |
| Black Street Early Childhood Center Walterboro, SC | 5.9 |
| Fairfield Elementary Winnsboro, SC | 5.9 |
| ST MARYS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greenville, SC | 5.9 |
| Warrenville Elementary Warrenville, SC | 5.9 |
| Armstrong Elementary Greenville, SC | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Whittaker Elementary
What grades does Whittaker Elementary serve?
Whittaker Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Whittaker Elementary?
Whittaker Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 369 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Whittaker Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Whittaker Elementary is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Whittaker Elementary rank in SC?
Whittaker Elementary ranks #705 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is Whittaker Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Whittaker Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Whittaker Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Whittaker Elementary has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).
Is Whittaker Elementary a charter school?
No, Whittaker Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Whittaker Elementary a Title I school?
No, Whittaker Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Whittaker Elementary?
100.0% of students at Whittaker 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 369
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Orangeburg County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.8%
- Phone
- (803) 534-6559
Resources & Links
District
Orangeburg- District Enrollment
- 10,620
- Schools in District
- 27
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,571
- District Rank
- #15 of 26
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