Serving 612 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Walhalla Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 612 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Walhalla Elementary serves the northern part of West Union, SC, encompassing an area of approximately 32.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.6 miles to the furthest point within the attendance area.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walhalla Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Walhalla Elementary School's student population of 612 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
612 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Walhalla Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walhalla Elementary School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#355 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.4%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walhalla Elementary School's ranking?
Walhalla Elementary School is ranked #355 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Walhalla Elementary School often compared to?
Walhalla Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Keowee Elementary School, James M. Brown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Walhalla Elementary School?
612 students attend Walhalla Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Walhalla Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walhalla Elementary School?
Walhalla Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Walhalla Elementary School offer ?
Walhalla Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Walhalla Elementary School part of?
Walhalla Elementary School is part of Oconee 01 School District.
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