GILBERT PRIMARY SCHOOL

Gilbert Primary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Lexington 01 school district, located in Gilbert, SC with about 743 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 2nd 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 51 teachers, Gilbert 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.

Gilbert Primary School, located at 520 Main Street in Gilbert, South Carolina, serves as a foundational educational institution for the local community. As part of the Lexington County School District One, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and nurturing environment for its youngest learners, typically focusing on early childhood and primary education. Its curriculum is designed to build a strong academic base in core subjects while encouraging social-emotional development during these critical formative years.

The school is well-integrated into the tight-knit Gilbert community, often serving as a central hub for families and neighborhood engagement. By emphasizing a balance between foundational literacy and numeracy skills and creative exploration, Gilbert Primary aims to prepare students for the transition to elementary school and beyond. Through its committed staff and focus on student-centered learning, the school remains a key component of the district’s mission to cultivate lifelong learners in a welcoming setting.

For more information, contact Gilbert Primary at (803) 821-1400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.