DEERFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Deerfield Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Lexington 01 school district, located in Lexington, SC with about 687 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 46 teachers, Deerfield Elementary 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.
Deerfield Elementary School, located on Longs Pond Road in Lexington, South Carolina, is a public school serving students in the Lexington County School District One. As part of a fast-growing suburban community, the school is recognized for its commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic achievement, character development, and student engagement. The school typically serves a diverse population of elementary-aged students, focusing on foundational skills in core subjects while providing various extracurricular opportunities to help children grow both socially and academically.
The school benefits from its location in Lexington, a district known for its strong community involvement and investment in educational infrastructure. Deerfield Elementary focuses on preparing its students for success in middle school and beyond by utilizing modern classroom technology and implementing data-driven instruction. By maintaining strong partnerships with parents and the surrounding community, the school strives to create a welcoming atmosphere that supports the holistic development of every child who walks through its doors.
For more information, contact Deerfield Elementary at (803) 821-5500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Lexington, SC 29073
(803) 821-5500
DEERFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Lexington, SC with about 687 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in South Carolina
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Lexington 01
- Total Students:
- 687
- Teachers:
- 46.5
- 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 687 students
- White
- 67.0%
- Black or African American
- 19.4%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 7.7%
- Two or more races
- 3.9%
- Asian
- 1.5%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.4%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 47.5%
- Male
- 52.5%
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.