Felton Laboratory Charter School

Charter School 317 Students
Elementary School K - 8th
School Overview
Felton Laboratory Charter School, located on the campus of South Carolina State University in Orangeburg, serves as a unique educational institution with a deep historical connection to the university. Originally established as a laboratory school, it functions as a primary site for educational research, teacher training, and the implementation of innovative pedagogical practices. The school emphasizes a rigorous academic environment that integrates modern technology with traditional instruction, aiming to prepare students for success in a global society while maintaining close ties to the academic resources and faculty expertise of the surrounding university community.

As a public charter school, Felton Laboratory is dedicated to fostering a nurturing yet challenging atmosphere that promotes holistic student development. The curriculum is designed to be student-centered, focusing on critical thinking, character education, and community engagement. By bridging the gap between theoretical educational research and practical classroom application, the school provides its students with a distinct learning experience that prioritizes high standards and personalized attention, ultimately striving to produce lifelong learners who are well-equipped for future educational and professional endeavors.
317
Total Students
16.0
Full-Time Teachers
19.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Felton Laboratory Charter School
Demographic Student Count
White3
Hispanic11
Black285
Asian7
Two or More10
American Indian1
  • Black
    285 (89.9 %)
  • Hispanic
    11 (3.5 %)
  • Two or More
    10 (3.2 %)
  • Asian
    7 (2.2 %)
  • White
    3 (0.9 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: SC Public Charter School District
Phone: (803)536-7034
Grade Range: K - 8th
Total Students: 317
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 16.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 19.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 29
Grade 1 31
Grade 2 41
Grade 3 32
Grade 4 37
Grade 5 24
Grade 6 43
Grade 7 39
Grade 8 41

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Felton Laboratory Charter School
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten29
Grade 131
Grade 241
Grade 332
Grade 437
Grade 524
Grade 643
Grade 739
Grade 841
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Felton Laboratory Charter School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female15950.2%
Male15849.8%