A.J. WHITTENBURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
A.J. Whittenburg Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Greenville 01 school district, located in Greenville, SC with about 568 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 33 teachers, A.J. Whittenburg Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
A.J. Whittenburg Elementary School, located in the West Greenville community, is a prominent public school within the Greenville County School District. Known for its distinct architectural design and commitment to academic excellence, the school serves a diverse student population with a focus on fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment. It is widely recognized for its "Engineering is Elementary" curriculum, which integrates STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) concepts into daily instruction to help students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills from a young age.
Beyond its academic rigor, A.J. Whittenburg serves as a community hub that emphasizes the importance of family engagement and student well-being. The school prides itself on a culture of high expectations, utilizing innovative teaching methods and modern facilities to prepare its students for future success. By balancing traditional core subjects with hands-on, inquiry-based learning, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded students who are prepared to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing technological landscape.
For more information, contact A.J. Whittenburg Elementary at (864) 452-0500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Greenville, SC 29601
(864) 452-0500
A.J. WHITTENBURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Greenville, SC with about 568 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in South Carolina
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Greenville 01
- Total Students:
- 568
- Teachers:
- 33.8
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 568 students
- Black or African American
- 51.6%
- White
- 29.6%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 9.2%
- Two or more races
- 7.4%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 1.1%
- Asian
- 0.9%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.4%
- Female
- 47.7%
- Male
- 52.3%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.