BEECH HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Beech Hill Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Dorchester 02 school district, located in Summerville, SC with about 945 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 56 teachers, Beech Hill Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Beech Hill Elementary School, located in Summerville, South Carolina, is a key part of the Dorchester School District Two system. Serving students in the suburban community of Summerville, the school is recognized for its commitment to academic development and fostering a supportive learning environment. It typically focuses on building a strong educational foundation for students in the primary grades, emphasizing both core curriculum standards and social-emotional growth to prepare them for middle school.

Beyond academics, Beech Hill Elementary is known for its active school culture, which encourages strong partnerships between faculty, students, and local families. The school often prioritizes a well-rounded experience by integrating extracurricular opportunities and community engagement initiatives. By maintaining a focus on student achievement and a positive campus climate, Beech Hill serves as a central hub for neighborhood families in the growing Summerville area.

For more information, contact Beech Hill Elementary at (843) 821-3970 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1001 Beech Hill Road
Summerville, SC 29485
Advertisement

BEECH HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Summerville, SC with about 945 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in South Carolina

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Dorchester 02
Total Students:
945
Teachers:
56.1
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
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.

Advertisement

School Demographics for 945 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending BEECH HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 76% of the student body.

White
76.2%
Black or African American
11.7%
Hispanic/Latino
5.6%
Two or more races
5.4%
Asian
0.8%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
49.6%
Male
50.4%

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.