Serving 938 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Herbert A. Wood Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 938 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Herbert A. Wood Elementary serves the southeastern part of West Columbia, SC, covering an area of approximately 19.1 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 5.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Herbert A. Wood Elementary School's student population of 938 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
938 students
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Herbert A. Wood Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Herbert A. Wood Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#769 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
28%
15%
Black
36%
31%
White
31%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.1%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herbert A. Wood Elementary School's ranking?
Herbert A. Wood Elementary School is ranked #769 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Herbert A. Wood Elementary School?
938 students attend Herbert A. Wood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Herbert A. Wood Elementary School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Herbert A. Wood Elementary School?
Herbert A. Wood Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Herbert A. Wood Elementary School offer ?
Herbert A. Wood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Herbert A. Wood Elementary School part of?
Herbert A. Wood Elementary School is part of Lexington 02 School District.
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