BEN HAZEL PRIMARY SCHOOL

Ben Hazel Primary is a Title I public elementary school with about 239 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 3rd 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 16 teachers, Ben Hazel Primary has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Ben Hazel Primary School, located at 628 Railroad Avenue West in Hampton, South Carolina, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Hampton County School District. As a primary school, it focuses on the critical early years of child development, typically catering to students in pre-kindergarten through the early elementary grades. The school is dedicated to establishing a supportive and nurturing environment where young learners can build the foundational academic and social skills necessary for their future educational success.

The school plays a vital role in the local Hampton community by fostering a sense of belonging and community engagement. By emphasizing early literacy, numeracy, and character development, Ben Hazel Primary aims to prepare its students for the transition to upper elementary levels. Its location on Railroad Avenue reflects its integration into the heart of Hampton, providing local families with accessible public education that prioritizes both individualized student growth and the cultivation of a positive, inclusive school culture.

For more information, contact Ben Hazel Primary at (803) 943-3659 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.