DISCOVERY CHARTER OF LANCASTER

Discovery Charter of Lancaster is a public charter elementary school that is part of the Lancaster 01 school district, located in Lancaster, SC with about 107 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 9 teachers, Discovery Charter of Lancaster 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.

Discovery Charter of Lancaster, located in Lancaster, South Carolina, is a public charter school committed to providing a personalized and rigorous academic environment for its students. As a charter institution, it operates with a degree of autonomy that allows it to implement unique instructional methods and curriculum focuses tailored to the needs of its local community. The school emphasizes a supportive culture that aims to foster both intellectual growth and character development, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their future educational and professional endeavors.

The school serves as an alternative to the traditional public school setting, often prioritizing smaller class sizes and a more collaborative relationship between students, teachers, and families. By maintaining a focus on high standards and academic achievement, Discovery Charter of Lancaster strives to cultivate a safe, inclusive, and challenging learning atmosphere. Its mission typically centers on empowering students to take ownership of their learning, helping them to develop the critical thinking and problem-solving skills necessary for success in an ever-evolving world.

For more information, contact Discovery Charter of Lancaster at (803) 285-8430 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

302 West Dunlap Street
Lancaster, SC 29720
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DISCOVERY CHARTER OF LANCASTER is a public Charter school in Lancaster, SC with about 107 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in South Carolina

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
Yes
Lancaster 01
District:
Lancaster 01
Total Students:
107
Teachers:
9
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
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.

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School Demographics for 107 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending DISCOVERY CHARTER OF LANCASTER is predominantly White, representing about 70% of the student body.

White
70.1%
Black or African American
17.8%
Hispanic/Latino
6.5%
Two or more races
3.7%
Asian
1.9%

Female
47.7%
Male
52.3%

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.