E.B. ELLINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

E.B. Ellington Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Charleston 01 school district, located in Ravenel, SC with about 418 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten 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 33 teachers, E.B. Ellington Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

E.B. Ellington Elementary School, located in the rural town of Ravenel, South Carolina, serves as a cornerstone of its local community. Part of the Charleston County School District, the school focuses on providing a nurturing and supportive environment for students in the primary grades. Its curriculum is designed to foster both academic growth and character development, emphasizing foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, and science while encouraging students to become active participants in their learning journey.

Beyond its academic offerings, E.B. Ellington is recognized for its commitment to creating a "family-like" atmosphere, often highlighting strong partnerships between teachers, parents, and the surrounding community. By leveraging its location in a close-knit town, the school places a high value on student engagement and extracurricular involvement. The staff works diligently to ensure that every student feels valued, striving to prepare them for success as they transition to middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact E.B. Ellington Elementary at (843) 889-9411 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.