What grades does Congaree Elementary serve?

As a Primary school, Congaree Elementary serves students in West Columbia, SC. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is Congaree Elementary located?

You can find Congaree Elementary in West Columbia, SC.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Congaree Elementary?

At Congaree Elementary, there are approximately 12.6 students for every teacher.

What schools are in West Columbia, SC?

Congaree Elementary is among the schools serving West Columbia, SC. The school is part of the local school system.

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Congaree Elementary — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|West Columbia, South Carolina|Lexington 02

West Columbia, SC 29172

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Tue

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Tue

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School Profile

Grades

2–5

Enrollment

354

Student:Teacher

12.6:1

Locale

Suburban

District

Lexington 02

Econ. Disadvantaged

100.0%

Phone

(803)755-7430

School Statistics

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

37 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1

Better than average in SC

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

97% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$14,535

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$7,501

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$18,869

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 11%State 44%Local 45%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

20.3%

Below 150% poverty line

4.4%

Unemployment rate

9.2%

Uninsured residents

8.8%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

1,438

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

1,319

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

530 (40%)

Other Health Impairment

206 (16%)

Autism

188 (14%)

Speech/Language Impairment

163 (12%)

Intellectual Disability

89 (7%)

Emotional Disturbance

17 (1%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

352

Current enrollment

Declining(-23% 5yr)

Coming Up

Sun, Oct 4, 2026

National Fire Prevention Week

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Event

Mon, Oct 5, 2026

World Teacher Day

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Event

Tue, Oct 6, 2026

National Coaches Day (instructional and athletic)

Event

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Lexington 02. Congaree Elementary follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	No School - Labor DayDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for complete holiday break dates.	Holiday	—
Wed, Sep 23, 2026	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Fri, Oct 2, 2026	School Custodian Appreciation Day Review the school notice recognizing custodian contributions.	Event	—
Sun, Oct 4, 2026	National Fire Prevention Week Review fire safety resources and prevention tips for the observance period.	Event	—
Mon, Oct 5, 2026	World Teacher Day Review any related announcements or recognition details for this observance.	Event	—
Tue, Oct 6, 2026	National Coaches Day (instructional and athletic)	Event	—
Tue, Oct 6, 2026	IOWA TESTINGDistrict-wide Check the testing calendar for assessment dates and any required preparation.	exam	—
Wed, Oct 7, 2026	Walk and Bike to School Day	Event	—
Wed, Oct 7, 2026	IOWA TESTINGDistrict-wide Check the testing calendar for assessment dates and any required preparation.	exam	—
Fri, Oct 9, 2026	Student Holiday - Staff PD Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Event	—
Fri, Oct 9, 2026	Teacher In-Service Day (No School for Students)District-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	National School Lunch Week Review the district notice for lunch menu and participation details.	Event	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	School Holiday Review the school calendar for the holiday date and any schedule changes.	Event	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Fall BreakDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	End of 1st Nine Weeks Review the academic calendar for grading period details and deadlines.	Event	—
Thu, Oct 15, 2026	GogAT TestingDistrict-wide	exam	—
Mon, Oct 19, 2026	National School Bus Safety Week Review the national observance details for bus safety awareness activities.	Event	—
Tue, Oct 20, 2026	CogAT TestingDistrict-wide Review the testing notice for student eligibility, dates and preparation details.	exam	—
Wed, Oct 21, 2026	Report Cards	Event	—
Wed, Oct 21, 2026	CogAT TestingDistrict-wide Review the testing notice for student eligibility, dates and preparation details.	exam	—
Thu, Oct 22, 2026	Vehicle Day	Event	—
Mon, Oct 26, 2026	Red Ribbon Week Review the event notice for activities and participation details.	Event	—
Wed, Oct 28, 2026	Early Release	Event	—
Sun, Nov 1, 2026	National Family Literacy Day	Event	—
Mon, Nov 2, 2026	National School Psychology Week Check the observance notice for recognition activities and details.	Event	—
Tue, Nov 3, 2026	School Holiday Review the school calendar for the holiday date and any schedule changes.	Event	—
Sun, Nov 8, 2026	National STEM/STEAM Day	Event	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	Veterans Day Check the calendar for any schedule changes related to this observance.	Event	—
Fri, Nov 13, 2026	World Kindness Day Review the event notice for activities and participation details.	Event	—
Mon, Nov 16, 2026	American Education Week Review the observance notice for American Education Week activities and recognition events.	Event	—
Wed, Nov 18, 2026	Education Support Professionals Day	Event	—
Thu, Nov 19, 2026	National Parental Involvement Day	Event	—
Fri, Nov 20, 2026	Substitute Educators Day Check the district notice for recognition details and event information.	Event	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving Break Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Event	—
Tue, Nov 24, 2026	Thanksgiving Break - No School for StudentsDistrict-wide Review the calendar for break dates and any applicable notices.	Break	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving Break - No School for StudentsDistrict-wide Review the calendar for break dates and any applicable notices.	Break	—
Thu, Nov 26, 2026	Thanksgiving DayDistrict-wide Public holiday	Holiday	—
Fri, Nov 27, 2026	Thanksgiving Break - No School for StudentsDistrict-wide Review the calendar for break dates and any applicable notices.	Break	—
Wed, Dec 2, 2026	Special Education Day Review the calendar notice for details about this observance.	Event	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	End of 2nd Nine Weeks	Event	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	Half Day	Event	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	First Day of Winter	Event	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter Break Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Event	—
Mon, Dec 28, 2026	Winter Break Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Event	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	Student Holiday - Staff PD Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Event	—
Wed, Jan 6, 2027	Report Cards	Event	—
Sat, Jan 9, 2027	Law Enforcement Appreciation Day	Event	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	MLK Day - No School	Event	—
Tue, Feb 2, 2027	National School Counseling Week Review the school calendar for observance activities and dates.	Event	—
Wed, Feb 3, 2027	Early Release	Event	—
Mon, Feb 8, 2027	SC Bus Driver Appreciation Week	Event	—
Fri, Feb 12, 2027	No School - Staff PD	Event	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day	Event	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Presidents Day - No School	Event	—
Mon, Feb 22, 2027	Public Schools Week Check the district notice for Public Schools Week activities and details.	Event	—
Mon, Mar 1, 2027	Book Fair Review the fair notice for dates, times, and volunteer opportunities.	Event	—
Mon, Mar 1, 2027	National School Breakfast Week	Event	—
Tue, Mar 2, 2027	Read Across America Day Check the event notice for participation details and activities.	Event	—
Wed, Mar 3, 2027	Early Release	Event	—
Thu, Mar 4, 2027	National Maintenance Worker Appreciation Day	Event	—
Sun, Mar 7, 2027	National School Social Work Week Review the calendar for events recognizing this observance.	Event	—
Thu, Mar 11, 2027	End of 3rd Nine Weeks	Event	—
Wed, Mar 17, 2027	Report Cards	Event	—
Sat, Mar 20, 2027	First day of spring	Event	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	Spring Break Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Event	—
Fri, Apr 2, 2027	International Children’s Book Day	Event	—
Fri, Apr 2, 2027	World Autism Awareness Day	Event	—
Sun, Apr 4, 2027	National Assistant Principals Week	Event	—
Sun, Apr 4, 2027	National School Librarian Day	Event	—
Tue, Apr 6, 2027	National Student-Athlete Day	Event	—
Wed, Apr 7, 2027	National Paraprofessional Day	Event	—
Mon, Apr 19, 2027	National Public School Volunteer Week	Event	—
Wed, Apr 21, 2027	Administrative Professionals Day	Event	—
Thu, Apr 22, 2027	Earth Day	Event	—
Tue, Apr 27, 2027	School Bus Driver Appreciation Day Review the school notice recognizing bus driver contributions.	Event	—
Sat, May 1, 2027	National School Principal Appreciation Day Check for any special recognition or appreciation events scheduled.	Event	—
Mon, May 3, 2027	National Teacher Appreciation Week Check the school calendar or administration notice for appreciation week activities.	Event	—
Wed, May 5, 2027	National Teacher Appreciation Day	Event	—
Fri, May 7, 2027	School Lunch Hero Day Check the notice for details about this recognition event.	Event	—
Wed, May 12, 2027	National School Nurse Day	Event	—
Tue, May 18, 2027	National Speech Pathologist Day	Event	—
Mon, May 24, 2027	Half Day - Dismissal	Event	—
Tue, May 25, 2027	Last Day of School - Dismissal	Event	—