JESSE S. BOBO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Jesse S. Bobo Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Spartanburg 06 school district, located in Spartanburg, SC with about 476 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten 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 34 teachers, Jesse S. Bobo 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.

Jesse S. Bobo Elementary School is a public school located in Spartanburg, South Carolina, serving students in grades PK through 5 as part of the Spartanburg School District 6. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment that emphasizes both academic growth and the development of strong character. By focusing on fundamental skills and utilizing modern instructional strategies, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for success in their future academic endeavors.

Beyond its core curriculum, Jesse S. Bobo Elementary places a high value on community involvement and the social-emotional well-being of its students. The school encourages a collaborative partnership between parents, educators, and the local community to create a holistic educational experience. Through various extracurricular activities, school events, and a focus on inclusivity, the staff strives to cultivate a sense of belonging, ensuring that every student feels encouraged to reach their full potential in a safe and nurturing setting.

For more information, contact Jesse S. Bobo Elementary at (864) 576-2085 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

495 Powell Mill Road
Spartanburg, SC 29301
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JESSE S. BOBO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Spartanburg, SC with about 476 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in South Carolina

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Spartanburg 06
Total Students:
476
Teachers:
34
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Supplemental Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 476 students

Black or African American
56.5%
White
18.3%
Hispanic/Latino
14.7%
Two or more races
8.2%
Asian
2.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
52.9%
Male
47.1%

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.