Pocalla Springs Elementary

652 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
School Overview
Pocalla Springs Elementary School, located in Sumter, South Carolina, is a public school serving students in grades Pre-K through 5. As part of the Sumter School District, the institution is committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment that focuses on foundational academic skills, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of a supportive community for its diverse student body. The school emphasizes a well-rounded education, often incorporating programs designed to encourage student engagement, literacy, and extracurricular participation to ensure that children are prepared for their transition into middle school.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Pocalla Springs is known for its focus on maintaining a safe and structured environment that prioritizes communication between educators, students, and parents. The school frequently leverages its facility and local resources to host community-oriented events, aiming to build a strong partnership with families in the Sumter area. By focusing on individualized attention and character-building, the school strives to instill a sense of responsibility and curiosity in its students, helping them succeed both inside and outside the classroom.
652
Total Students
38.0
Full-Time Teachers
17.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Pocalla Springs Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White251
Hispanic34
Black329
Two or More37
Pacific Islander1
  • Black
    329 (50.5 %)
  • White
    251 (38.5 %)
  • Two or More
    37 (5.7 %)
  • Hispanic
    34 (5.2 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.2 %)
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: Sumter 01
Phone: (803)481-5800
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 652
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 38.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 53
Kindergarten 97
Grade 1 107
Grade 2 74
Grade 3 119
Grade 4 105
Grade 5 97

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Pocalla Springs Elementary
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten53
Kindergarten97
Grade 1107
Grade 274
Grade 3119
Grade 4105
Grade 597
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Pocalla Springs Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female31848.8%
Male33451.2%