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Lucy T Davis Elementary

201 WESTFIELD DR, FLORENCE, SC 29501

Top 10% School in South Carolina

Ranked 19 of 206 in South Carolina

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About Lucy T Davis Elementary

Florence, South Carolina, is home to Lucy T. Davis Elementary School, a public K–5 school. The school has about 570 students and a student–teacher ratio of about 14 to 1. This lets teachers pay more attention to each student. The school has programs like Gifted and Talented and Project Lead The Way that focus on STEM subjects to keep students interested and challenged. These programs help students learn more about math, science, and technology. There are different kinds of students in which 48% are African American, 35% are White, 8% are multiracial, 5% are Hispanic, and 4% are Asian. About 65% of students are eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, which shows how the school serves a wide range of families in the area. According to latest state test results, around 53% of students are good at math and 63% are good at reading and language arts. Everyone knows Lucy T. Davis Elementary for its friendly atmosphere, diverse student body, and programs which can encourage kids to be curious and learn new things. If the school gets more help, it could improve academic performance even more while still caring for all of its students.

Lucy T Davis Elementary Contact Information

Address

201 WESTFIELD DR, FLORENCE, SC 29501

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Phone

(843) 665-5977

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 60%
Reading 63%
State average proficiency is 60% in Math and 63% in Reading.
42
Full-time Teachers
14 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
576
Total Students
$60476
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 19 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Lucy T Davis Elementary

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:40 AM to 2:15 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:25 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 39.5%
Asian 3.9%
Hispanic 4.1%
Black 45.7%
Two+ Races 6.7%
Native Am. 0%
White
39.5%
Asian
3.9%
Hispanic
4.1%
Black
45.7%
Two+ Races
6.7%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 576
51.2%
295 Female
48.8%
281 Male

Student Population

576 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

522 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Lucy T. Davis Elementary School in Florence, South Carolina, recently honored two of its staff members for their great work in the school community. Kathryn Poston won Teacher of the Year for her hands-on teaching style and ability to connect with students. Kimberly Jones won Support Staff of the Year for her hard work in keeping classrooms running smoothly. The school also held its annual Boosterthon Fun Run, which brought together students, parents, and local volunteers on the playground. Students ran laps to get money for new classroom supplies, better technology, and tools for learning outside. There was a lot of energy in the air, with music, cheering, and friendly competition between grades. Also, some classrooms have started using virtual reality to learn about science and social studies. Teachers say that the immersive lessons help students learn difficult concepts in a hands-on way. Lucy T. Davis Elementary is working to create a supportive and innovative environment for students by recognizing staff, getting the community involved, and starting new learning programs.

FAQ

Q1. Are there any clubs or activities outside of school at Lucy T. Davis Elementary?

Ans. Yes, the school has clubs and activities like art, music, physical education, and seasonal events that students can do outside of class to learn more about their interests.

Q2. Is there a library or media center at the school?

Ans. Yes, the school has a library that helps students of all ages read, do research, and improve their reading skills.

Q3. Does the school offer services for students with special needs?

Ans. Yes, Lucy T. Davis Elementary has special education programs that are made just for students who learn differently.

Q4. Do schools have events for parents and families?

Ans. Yes, the school has events for families, such as open houses, parent-teacher conferences, and community nights.

Q5. What languages can English Language Learners use?

Ans. The school has programs to help students who are learning English with their schoolwork and social lives.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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