MCLEES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
McLees Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Anderson 05 school district, located in Anderson, SC with about 624 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 41 teachers, McLees 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.
McLees Elementary School, located at 4900 Dobbins Bridge Road in Anderson, South Carolina, is a part of the Anderson School District Five. The school serves a diverse student population, typically covering grades Pre-K through fifth grade. Known for fostering a supportive and collaborative learning environment, McLees focuses on providing a balanced curriculum that emphasizes academic achievement, personal growth, and social-emotional development. The school prides itself on its strong sense of community, actively encouraging parental involvement and partnerships between home and school to enhance the educational experience.
Beyond the classroom, McLees Elementary is committed to preparing its students for future success by integrating technology and innovative teaching strategies. The school environment is designed to be inclusive and nurturing, aiming to meet the unique needs of every learner. By maintaining high expectations and providing consistent support, the faculty and staff work to create a foundation for lifelong learning, helping students build the confidence and skills necessary to thrive in middle school and beyond.
For more information, contact McLees Elementary at (864) 716-3600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Anderson, SC 29626
(864) 716-3600
MCLEES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Anderson, SC with about 624 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in South Carolina
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Magnet school:
- Yes
- District:
- Anderson 05
- Total Students:
- 624
- Teachers:
- 41
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (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 624 students
- White
- 67.0%
- Black or African American
- 20.0%
- Two or more races
- 7.2%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 5.3%
- Asian
- 0.3%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 51.6%
- Male
- 48.4%
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.