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West View Elementary School

400 OAK GROVE RD, SPARTANBURG, SC 29301

About West View Elementary School

West View Elementary School is a public school in Spartanburg, South Carolina. The school has about 660 students and a student-to-teacher ratio of about 14:1, which means that classes are small enough for teachers to give each student their full attention. The school teaches math and English/language arts as its main subjects and has programs for students who are gifted and talented. West View Elementary focuses on providing a structured learning environment and helping students improve their grades. About 44% of the students are Black, 28% are White, 18% are Hispanic, 4% are Asian, and 8% say they are multi-racial. About two-thirds of the students can get free or reduced-price lunch, which shows that the community is economically diverse. Recent test scores show that about 42% of students are good at math and 45% are good at English and language arts. The school gets money from the district like most schools in the area, but there is no public record of how much money is spent on each student. Overall, West View Elementary School shows that it cares about helping students grow in a diverse and involved community. Its structured academic programs are strong, and it has room to improve in raising proficiency rates.

West View Elementary School Contact Information

Address

400 OAK GROVE RD, SPARTANBURG, SC 29301

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Phone

(864) 576-1833

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 40%
Reading 45%
State average proficiency is 40% in Math and 45% in Reading.
48
Full-time Teachers
14 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
785
Total Students
$65981
Avg. Teacher Salary
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Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:45 AM to 2:30 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:30 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 28.9%
Asian 3.9%
Hispanic 19.5%
Black 40.7%
Two+ Races 6.9%
Native Am. 0%
White
28.9%
Asian
3.9%
Hispanic
19.5%
Black
40.7%
Two+ Races
6.9%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 785
48.4%
380 Female
51.6%
405 Male

Student Population

785 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

323 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

The 2025 Reading Plan at West View Elementary School in Spartanburg is all about helping kids get better at reading. Teachers are looking at how well each student is doing and setting clear goals to help them all get better at reading and writing. The plan is part of the school's effort to help students in all grades, from pre-kindergarten to fifth grade, do better. The school is also taking applications for its 4K program for kids who turn four by September 1. This shows that the school cares about early learning and wants to make education available to all families in the district. West View Elementary is getting ready for end-of-year events to celebrate student achievements and get the community involved, in addition to its academic programs. These actions show that the school is still focused on helping students do well while keeping families and the community closely involved in school life.

FAQ

Q1. What grades does West View Elementary serve?

Ans. Grades PK through 5.

Q2. Does the school have a library?

Ans. Yes, it has a media center with books and digital resources.

Q3. Are meals provided at school?

Ans. Yes, breakfast and lunch are available for all students.

Q4. Is transportation available?

Ans. Yes, the school provides bus services for eligible students.

Q5. Does the school have a playground?

Ans. Yes, there is an outdoor playground for recess and physical activities.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

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James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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