HOUSTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Houston Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Spartanburg 07 school district, located in Spartanburg, SC with about 330 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 30 teachers, Houston Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

Houston Elementary School, located on Skylyn Drive in Spartanburg, South Carolina, is a public school serving students in the Spartanburg School District 7. As part of a district known for its emphasis on academic rigor and community engagement, the school focuses on providing a foundational education that balances core curriculum requirements with the social-emotional development of its students. It typically serves a diverse student body, fostering an environment that encourages inclusivity and personal growth within the local Spartanburg community.

The school is well-regarded for its commitment to creating a supportive learning atmosphere where faculty and staff prioritize student success and family involvement. By utilizing a variety of instructional strategies and extracurricular opportunities, Houston Elementary aims to prepare its young learners for the transition to middle school while instilling a love for learning. Its location in the 29307 area places it in a convenient position for many families in the district, making it a central hub for neighborhood education and community connection.

For more information, contact Houston Elementary at (864) 594-4448 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1475 Skylyn Drive
Spartanburg, SC 29307
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HOUSTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Spartanburg, SC with about 330 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in South Carolina

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Magnet school:
Yes
District:
Spartanburg 07
Total Students:
330
Teachers:
30
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
Grade Levels Offered
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 330 students

Black or African American
60.0%
White
28.2%
Two or more races
6.4%
Hispanic/Latino
2.1%
Asian
2.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.9%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%

Female
52.1%
Male
47.9%

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.