BRUNSON-DARGAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Brunson-Dargan Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Darlington 01 school district, located in Darlington, SC with about 239 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 20 teachers, Brunson-Dargan Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

Brunson-Dargan Elementary School, located in Darlington, South Carolina, is a public school serving students in the Darlington County School District. As a foundational educational institution in the community, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that promotes both academic growth and social-emotional development. The faculty and staff emphasize the importance of foundational literacy and numeracy skills, working to ensure that students are prepared for the transition to middle school while nurturing a sense of curiosity and community responsibility.

Beyond the classroom, Brunson-Dargan is deeply integrated into the local Darlington area. The school strives to maintain strong partnerships with parents and community members to enhance the educational experience, often hosting events and initiatives that encourage family involvement. By focusing on a holistic approach to education, the school aims to provide a safe, inclusive, and engaging atmosphere where every student is encouraged to reach their full potential and build a strong educational baseline for their future success.

For more information, contact Brunson-Dargan Elementary at (843) 398-2533 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

400 Wells Street
Darlington, SC 29532
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BRUNSON-DARGAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Darlington, SC with about 239 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in South Carolina

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Darlington 01
Total Students:
239
Teachers:
20
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 239 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending BRUNSON-DARGAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 72% of the student body.

Black or African American
72.4%
White
20.5%
Hispanic/Latino
5.0%
Two or more races
1.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%

Female
47.3%
Male
52.7%

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.