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B. D. Lee Elementary

📍 Gaffney, South Carolina Public

603

👥 Total Enrollment

Students enrolled

15.2:1

📏 Student–Teacher Ratio

Better than US avg (~16:1)

Pre-K–5

🎓 Grade Levels

7 active grades

39.8

👩‍🏫 Full-Time Teachers

FTE certified faculty

About this school

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B. D. Lee Elementary, an elementary public school serving grades Pre-K–5 in Gaffney, South Carolina, with 603 students and a student-teacher ratio of 15.2:1. Data: NCES 2024-2025.

📖 Academic Overview & Key Context

Located in Gaffney, South Carolina, B. D. Lee Elementary is a regular public school serving students from grades Pre-K–5. The school operates within the Cherokee 01 in Cherokee County. With a current reported enrollment of 603 students, it provides a mid-size student body designed to support academic and personal growth.

In terms of academic staffing and instructional attention, B. D. Lee Elementary maintains a student-to-teacher ratio of 15.2:1. This aligns closely with the United States national benchmark of approximately 16:1, balancing peer collaboration with focused teacher instruction. The campus educational team includes approximately 39.8 full-time equivalent (FTE) classroom teachers and certified instructional personnel.

Reflecting the multicultural fabric of Gaffney, the student body at B. D. Lee Elementary represents diverse backgrounds. The most represented ethnic demographics include Black or African American (65.2%), White (19.1%), Hispanic (9.1%). This diverse mix contributes to a rich campus experience that prepares students for higher education and global careers.

👥 Student Demographics & Diversity

Official NCES reported race and ethnicity breakdown

603 Students reported

Black / African American 65.2%

393 enrolled students

White 19.1%

115 enrolled students

Hispanic 9.1%

55 enrolled students

Two or more races 5%

30 enrolled students

Asian 1.7%

10 enrolled students

American Indian / Alaska Native 0%

0 enrolled students

Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander 0%

0 enrolled students

⚧ Gender Distribution Total 603

👦 Male 50.9% (307) 👧 Female 49.1% (296)

📊 Enrollment by Grade Level

Student distribution across all enrolled grade levels

7 Grade Levels

123

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School facts

Address 401 Overbrook Drive, Gaffney, SC 29341

Phone (864) 206-6432

School district Cherokee 01

County Cherokee County

Grades Pre-K–5

Students 603 students

Student–teacher ratio 15.2:1

Full-time teachers 39.8

Community type Town: Distant

Level Elementary

Type Public

Virtual Supplemental Virtual

Coordinates 35.07734, -81.66167

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NCES school ID 450150000278

School year 2024-2025

Source NCES

📍 Location

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401 Overbrook Drive

Gaffney, SC 29341 Cherokee County

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

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What grades are taught at B. D. Lee Elementary? +

B. D. Lee Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K–5. The school curriculum is structured specifically for these grade levels in accordance with South Carolina state educational standards.

How many students attend B. D. Lee Elementary? +

According to official National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) records, B. D. Lee Elementary has a total reported enrollment of 603 students.

What is the student-to-teacher ratio at B. D. Lee Elementary? +

The student-teacher ratio at B. D. Lee Elementary is 15.2:1, supported by approximately 39.8 full-time equivalent certified teachers.

Is B. D. Lee Elementary a public or private school? +

B. D. Lee Elementary is a traditional public school located in Gaffney, South Carolina under the administration of the Cherokee 01.

Where is B. D. Lee Elementary located? +

B. D. Lee Elementary is located at 401 Overbrook Drive, Gaffney, SC 29341. Families can reach the administrative office by telephone at (864) 206-6432 or by visiting the campus during regular school hours.