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#960 of 1,176 schools in SC

Woodfields Elementary

Elementary School · Greenwood 50

1032 Emerald Road, Greenwood, SC 29646

Enrollment

693

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

4.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#960 of 1,176

In Greenwood

#10 of 12

public schools

In district

#11 of 13

Greenwood 50

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Woodfields Elementary

4.5/10

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

Brewer Middle

5.2/10

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4.7/10

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About Woodfields Elementary

Woodfields Elementary is a public elementary school in Greenwood, SC, part of Greenwood 50. Woodfields Elementary serves approximately 693 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodfields Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #960 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Woodfields Elementary show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 4.5 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • SC avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.28 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency38% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+1.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
Resources & Environment4.0Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,530
Chronic Absenteeism26.7%

Woodfields Elementary — Students at Woodfields Elementary score 38% 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 47.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 47.8% (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
78%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
66%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
69%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
73%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
28%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
31%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
33%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
35%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
35%
2020*
Math
24%
ELA
26%
2021*
Math
24%
ELA
26%
2022
Math
36%
ELA
39%

* 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: 3.8/10.

How Woodfields Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
4.5/10
19th percentile in SC
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.0/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.7%

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

1032 Emerald Road, Greenwood, SC 29646

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woodfields Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hodges Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 10.0 miles away, in nearby Hodges), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ninety Six Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Ninety Six), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Merrywood Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 5.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Greenwood, see our Greenwood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Brewer Middle Greenwood 0.3 mi 5.2
Eleanor S. Rice Elementary Greenwood 2.3 mi 4.7
Mathews Elementary Greenwood 2.7 mi 6.5
Pinecrest Elementary Greenwood 4.0 mi 3.6
Greenwood High Greenwood 4.2 mi 6.8
Emerald High Greenwood 4.9 mi 6.6
Lakeview Elementary Greenwood 5.0 mi 5.2
Merrywood Elementary Greenwood 5.2 mi 6.8
Dr. Benjamin E. Mays Elementary Greenwood 5.6 mi 6.3
Ninety Six Primary Ninety Six 5.4 mi 6.8
Northside Middle Greenwood 5.4 mi 3.5
CAMBRIDGE ACADEMY Greenwood 5.3 mi 5.6
Edgewood Middle Ninety Six 5.9 mi 5.7
Ninety Six High Ninety Six 5.9 mi 7.4
Westview Middle Greenwood 6.1 mi 5.8
Ninety Six Elementary Ninety Six 6.2 mi 7.2
Hodges Elementary Hodges 10.0 mi 7.3
Waterloo Elementary Waterloo 11.4 mi 3.4
Ware Shoals High Ware Shoals 14.7 mi 8.3
Ware Shoals Elementary Middle Ware Shoals 15.3 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29646 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$41,669

Median Home Value

$130,900

Median Rent

$818/mo

Population

28,413

College Educated

19.9%

Homeownership

61.5%

Avg Commute

19.7 min

Poverty Rate

21.3%

Median Age

39.3

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Horrell Hill Elementary Hopkins, SC 4.5
Oakbrook Elementary Ladson, SC 4.5
Byrd Elementary Graniteville, SC 4.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woodfields Elementary

What grades does Woodfields Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Woodfields Elementary?

Woodfields Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 693 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodfields Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Woodfields Elementary is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woodfields Elementary rank in SC?

Woodfields Elementary ranks #960 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Woodfields Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodfields Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Woodfields Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodfields Elementary has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Woodfields Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Woodfields Elementary a Title I school?

No, Woodfields Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

100.0% of students at Woodfields 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
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
693
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Greenwood County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.7%

District

Greenwood 50
District Enrollment
8,520
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,530
District Rank
#11 of 13

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