BRENNEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Brennen Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Richland 01 school district, located in Columbia, SC with about 892 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 54 teachers, Brennen 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.

Brennen Elementary School, located in the Heathwood neighborhood of Columbia, South Carolina, is a part of the Richland School District One. The school serves a diverse student body in the pre-kindergarten through fifth-grade range and is widely recognized for its focus on academic excellence, strong community involvement, and a nurturing learning environment. As a neighborhood school, it places a high value on the partnership between educators, parents, and local residents, fostering a supportive culture that aims to develop the "whole child" through both rigorous instruction and character-building initiatives.

Beyond its core curriculum, Brennen Elementary is known for its active school community and a variety of enrichment opportunities that help round out the student experience. The school often highlights the importance of fostering a sense of belonging, utilizing its location in the historic Heathwood area to integrate community engagement into school life. With a commitment to meeting the individual needs of its students, the faculty strives to provide a foundation that prepares children for success in middle school and beyond, all while maintaining the welcoming, small-school feel that characterizes its presence in Columbia.

For more information, contact Brennen Elementary at (803) 738-7204 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.