Brockman Elementary

268 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Brockman Elementary School, located in the Forest Acres area of Columbia, South Carolina, is a distinguished public magnet school within the Richland County School District One. It is widely recognized for its commitment to the Montessori method, offering a specialized educational environment that emphasizes student-led learning, independence, and hands-on discovery. The school serves a diverse student population, fostering an inclusive community that focuses on the holistic development of each child—academically, socially, and emotionally.

Beyond its core curriculum, Brockman is known for its strong emphasis on community involvement and environmental stewardship. The school grounds often feature outdoor learning spaces, such as gardens, which are integrated into the Montessori philosophy to connect students with nature. With its dedicated faculty and long-standing history of prioritizing individualized instruction, Brockman Elementary remains a sought-after choice for families in the Columbia area who are looking for a non-traditional, child-centered approach to elementary education.

268

Total Students

22.0

Full-Time Teachers

12.2

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Brockman Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	195
Hispanic	14
Black	38
Asian	10
Two or More	11

White
195 (72.8 %)
Black
38 (14.2 %)
Hispanic
14 (5.2 %)
Two or More
11 (4.1 %)
Asian
10 (3.7 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Richland 01
Phone:	(803)790-6743
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	268
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	22.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	12.2
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	0
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 48

Kindergarten 35

Grade 1 40

Grade 2 35

Grade 3 37

Grade 4 37

Grade 5 36

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Brockman Elementary
Grade	Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten	48
Kindergarten	35
Grade 1	40
Grade 2	35
Grade 3	37
Grade 4	37
Grade 5	36

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Brockman Elementary
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	136	50.7%
Male	132	49.3%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)