J. D. LEVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

J. D. Lever Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Aiken 01 school district, located in Aiken, SC with about 574 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 38 teachers, J. D. Lever Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

J. D. Lever Elementary School, located on Columbia Highway in Aiken, South Carolina, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Aiken County Public School District. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and community engagement for students in the elementary grades. By focusing on core curriculum standards and social-emotional learning, the school aims to prepare its young learners for success in middle school and beyond.

Beyond its academic mission, J. D. Lever Elementary is known for cultivating a strong sense of school spirit and collaboration between faculty, parents, and students. The school regularly integrates hands-on learning experiences and extracurricular opportunities designed to encourage curiosity and personal responsibility. As a vital part of the Aiken community, J. D. Lever strives to provide a safe, inclusive atmosphere where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential through personalized instruction and active participation in school life.

For more information, contact J. D. Lever Elementary at (803) 641-2760 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.