VARENNES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Varennes Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Anderson 05 school district, located in Anderson, SC with about 399 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade to 5th Grade. 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 30 teachers, Varennes Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Varennes Elementary, located on Highway 29 South in Anderson, South Carolina, is a dedicated public primary school serving the local community within the Anderson School District Five. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that focuses on foundational academic excellence, character development, and student engagement. By emphasizing a rigorous curriculum alongside social-emotional learning, the school aims to prepare its young learners for success in middle school and beyond.

The campus functions as a neighborhood hub that prioritizes a strong partnership between educators, families, and the surrounding Anderson community. Varennes Elementary is known for its inclusive atmosphere and its efforts to integrate modern instructional techniques with traditional values, ensuring that students receive a well-rounded education. With a focus on both individual student growth and collaborative classroom experiences, the school strives to create a positive, safe, and stimulating environment where children can thrive academically and personally.

For more information, contact Varennes Elementary at (864) 260-5215 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1820 Highway 29 South
Anderson, SC 29626
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VARENNES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Anderson, SC with about 399 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in South Carolina

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Magnet school:
Yes
District:
Anderson 05
Total Students:
399
Teachers:
30
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 399 students

Black or African American
52.1%
White
23.1%
Hispanic/Latino
17.5%
Two or more races
6.8%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%
Asian
0.3%

Female
47.9%
Male
52.1%

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.