CONGAREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Congaree Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Lexington 02 school district, located in West Columbia, SC with about 439 students offering grade levels from 2nd Grade to 5th Grade. 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 32 teachers, Congaree Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Congaree Elementary School, located at 1221 Ramblin' Road in West Columbia, South Carolina, is a public school serving students in Lexington School District Two. The school is known for fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that focuses on academic growth and social-emotional development. As part of a district that emphasizes community engagement and educational innovation, Congaree Elementary works to provide a balanced curriculum that prepares young learners for their future academic endeavors through a mix of core instruction and extracurricular opportunities.

The school is deeply integrated into the West Columbia community, maintaining a focus on building strong partnerships between educators, students, and families. With a commitment to meeting the diverse needs of its student population, the faculty and staff emphasize character building and foundational skills in reading, writing, and mathematics. Through its dedicated efforts to provide a safe and nurturing atmosphere, Congaree Elementary continues to play a vital role in shaping the development of the children within the local district.

For more information, contact Congaree Elementary at (803) 755-7430 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.