ELEANOR S. RICE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Eleanor S. Rice Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Greenwood 50 school district, located in Greenwood, SC with about 549 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 36 teachers, Eleanor S. Rice 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.

Eleanor S. Rice Elementary School is a public school located in Greenwood, South Carolina, serving students in the Greenwood School District 50 community. Situated on East Durst Avenue, the school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes foundational academic skills, social-emotional development, and character building. The school typically focuses on preparing its young learners for success in higher grades by utilizing a curriculum aligned with state standards and offering various extracurricular opportunities to engage students beyond the classroom.

The school is known for being an integral part of the Greenwood educational landscape, working closely with families and the local community to address the diverse needs of its student body. With a mission often centered on academic excellence and providing a safe, inclusive atmosphere, Eleanor S. Rice Elementary aims to instill a lifelong love of learning in its students. Parents and community members generally view the school as a neighborhood anchor that strives to provide a nurturing setting where children can develop the essential tools necessary for their future educational journeys.

For more information, contact Eleanor S. Rice Elementary at (864) 941-5660 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.