Pocalla Springs Elementary

609 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.
609
Total Students
38.5
Full-Time Teachers
15.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Pocalla Springs Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White214
Hispanic35
Black320
Asian3
Two or More37
  • Black
    320 (52.5%)
  • White
    214 (35.1%)
  • Two or More
    37 (6.1%)
  • Hispanic
    35 (5.7%)
  • Asian
    3 (0.5%)
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: 609
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 38.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 70
Kindergarten 85
Grade 1 83
Grade 2 90
Grade 3 96
Grade 4 77
Grade 5 108

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Pocalla Springs Elementary
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten70
Kindergarten85
Grade 183
Grade 290
Grade 396
Grade 477
Grade 5108
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Pocalla Springs Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female29648.6%
Male31351.4%