CATAWBA TRAIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Catawba Trail Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Richland 02 school district, located in Elgin, SC with about 602 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 45 teachers, Catawba Trail 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.
Catawba Trail Elementary School, located in Elgin, South Carolina, is a key educational institution within the Richland School District Two. The school is known for fostering a supportive learning environment that prioritizes academic excellence, character development, and student engagement. Serving a diverse student body, the school integrates a balanced curriculum with modern instructional strategies, aiming to prepare children for success both in the classroom and in their future educational endeavors.
Beyond its academic focus, Catawba Trail Elementary emphasizes the importance of community and partnership. The school actively encourages parental involvement through its PTA and various volunteer initiatives, creating a cohesive network that supports student growth. With a commitment to inclusivity and a dedicated staff, the school works to provide a nurturing atmosphere where students are encouraged to explore their interests, develop critical thinking skills, and build a strong foundation for lifelong learning.
For more information, contact Catawba Trail Elementary at (803) 699-3501 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Elgin, SC 29045
(803) 699-3501
CATAWBA TRAIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Elgin, SC with about 602 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in South Carolina
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Richland 02
- Total Students:
- 602
- Teachers:
- 45.5
- 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 602 students
- Black or African American
- 40.2%
- White
- 30.4%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 19.8%
- Two or more races
- 7.0%
- Asian
- 2.3%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Female
- 48.5%
- Male
- 51.5%
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.