Serving 654 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wellford Academy Of Science And Technology ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 654 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wellford Academy of Science and Technology serves the northeast part of Wellford, SC, covering an area of approximately 16.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wellford Academy Of Science And Technology's student population of 654 students has grown by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
654 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wellford Academy Of Science And Technology 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 Wellford Academy Of Science And Technology is 0.65, 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
#585 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
19%
15%
Black
18%
31%
White
53%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.8%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wellford Academy Of Science And Technology's ranking?
Wellford Academy Of Science And Technology is ranked #585 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Wellford Academy Of Science And Technology?
654 students attend Wellford Academy Of Science And Technology.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Wellford Academy Of Science And Technology students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wellford Academy Of Science And Technology?
Wellford Academy Of Science And Technology has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wellford Academy Of Science And Technology offer ?
Wellford Academy Of Science And Technology offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wellford Academy Of Science And Technology part of?
Wellford Academy Of Science And Technology is part of Spartanburg 05 School District.
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