LAKE MURRAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Lake Murray Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Lexington 01 school district, located in Lexington, SC with about 767 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 47 teachers, Lake Murray 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.
Lake Murray Elementary School, located in Lexington, South Carolina, serves as a cornerstone of the local community within the Lexington County School District One. Known for its commitment to academic excellence and student development, the school offers a nurturing environment that emphasizes both rigorous instruction and the social-emotional growth of its students. The campus is designed to foster a positive, inclusive culture where educators work closely with families to ensure that children build a strong foundation for their future academic journeys.
Beyond its core curriculum, Lake Murray Elementary is recognized for its active school community and dedication to extracurricular engagement. The school integrates modern technology and diverse learning strategies into the classroom to cater to a variety of learning styles, striving to prepare students to be critical thinkers and responsible citizens. By prioritizing collaborative partnerships between staff, parents, and the surrounding Lexington area, the school maintains a supportive atmosphere that celebrates student achievements and encourages a lifelong love of learning.
For more information, contact Lake Murray Elementary at (803) 821-3100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Lexington, SC 29072
(803) 821-3100
LAKE MURRAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Lexington, SC with about 767 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in South Carolina
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Lexington 01
- Total Students:
- 767
- Teachers:
- 47.4
- 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
* 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.
School Demographics for 767 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending LAKE MURRAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 81% of the student body.
- White
- 81.2%
- Black or African American
- 6.9%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 5.6%
- Asian
- 3.3%
- Two or more races
- 2.9%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.1%
- Female
- 48.6%
- Male
- 51.4%
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.