TEGA CAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Tega Cay Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the York 04 school district, located in Tega Cay, SC with about 794 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 52 teachers, Tega Cay Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Tega Cay Elementary School, located in the heart of Tega Cay, South Carolina, is a highly regarded public institution serving students in the Fort Mill School District. Known for its strong academic focus and supportive community environment, the school serves as a cornerstone for families in the area. It is characterized by its commitment to fostering both intellectual growth and social-emotional development, often emphasizing a "whole-child" approach to education that prepares students for success in the higher grade levels within the district.

The school is well-regarded for its dedicated faculty and active parent-teacher organization, which contributes to a collaborative atmosphere. Being part of the Fort Mill School District—a district frequently recognized for its high performance and rigorous standards—Tega Cay Elementary benefits from strong resources, modern facilities, and a curriculum designed to meet state benchmarks while encouraging innovation. Its location on Gold Hill Road makes it a central hub for the local community, reflecting the suburban, family-oriented nature of Tega Cay.

For more information, contact Tega Cay Elementary at (803) 548-8282 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2185 Gold Hill Road
Tega Cay, SC 29708
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TEGA CAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Tega Cay, SC with about 794 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in South Carolina

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
York 04
Total Students:
794
Teachers:
52
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
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 794 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending TEGA CAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 81% of the student body.

White
81.4%
Two or more races
6.7%
Hispanic/Latino
6.4%
Asian
3.3%
Black or African American
2.0%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%

Female
50.9%
Male
49.1%

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.