ROSEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Rosewood Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Richland 01 school district, located in Columbia, SC with about 391 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 28 teachers, Rosewood 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.
Rosewood Elementary School, located in the historic Rosewood neighborhood of Columbia, South Carolina, is a public school serving students in grades Pre-K through 5th grade as part of the Richland School District One. Known for its strong sense of community and neighborhood-focused atmosphere, the school is often highlighted for its commitment to providing a supportive, inclusive environment that encourages both academic growth and social development. The school’s faculty emphasizes a well-rounded curriculum, balancing core subjects like literacy and mathematics with opportunities for creative expression and extracurricular engagement.
Beyond the classroom, Rosewood Elementary is recognized for its active parent and community involvement, which plays a central role in the school’s daily operations and special events. Its location on Rosewood Drive places it at the heart of an eclectic and historic area of Columbia, allowing the school to foster deep roots within the local community. By prioritizing collaborative partnerships between teachers, families, and the surrounding neighborhood, Rosewood Elementary strives to create a nurturing educational foundation that prepares its diverse student body for middle school and beyond.
For more information, contact Rosewood Elementary at (803) 343-2930 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Columbia, SC 29205
(803) 343-2930
ROSEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Columbia, SC with about 391 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in South Carolina
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Richland 01
- Total Students:
- 391
- Teachers:
- 28.2
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (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 391 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending ROSEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 71% of the student body.
- White
- 70.8%
- Black or African American
- 18.2%
- Two or more races
- 5.4%
- Asian
- 2.8%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 2.8%
- Female
- 49.1%
- Male
- 50.9%
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.