JACKSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Jackson Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Kershaw 01 school district, located in Camden, SC with about 602 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 35 teachers, Jackson Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Jackson Elementary School, located at 1730 Jefferson Davis Highway in Camden, South Carolina, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Kershaw County School District. As a public elementary school, it is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and the social-emotional development of its students. The school typically serves the Camden community by providing a structured curriculum designed to prepare young learners for middle school, focusing on core subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies.

Beyond its standard academic offerings, Jackson Elementary plays an active role in the local community, often serving as a hub for family engagement and extracurricular involvement. The school focuses on creating an inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to develop critical thinking skills and positive character traits. With its strategic location in Camden, the school benefits from the local educational resources and administrative support provided by the Kershaw County district, ensuring that students have access to the necessary tools and guidance to succeed in their formative years.

For more information, contact Jackson Elementary at (803) 425-8965 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.