Knightsville Elementary School

Knightsville Elementary School in Summerville is recognized as one of the premier Elementary Schools in South Carolina. Knightsville Elementary is a PK-5 school with a student body consisting of approximately 744 students and a student-to-teacher ratio of 16:1. This ratio provides more opportunities for focused, individualized learning. Students at Knightsville Elementary continually score above the state average in student performance. 55% of students are proficient in math and 54% are proficient in reading. The school also has a diverse student body. Approximately 57% of students qualify for free or reduced lunch. Knightsville Elementary employs 47 full-time teachers and 2 full-time counselors, allowing all students the support they need for academic success and social-emotional growth. The school provides a positive atmosphere and culture for all students, with the mascot CHAMP the Jaguar. It enforces the values of Respect, Order, Achievement, and Responsibility (ROAR). The school’s mission, “The HEART of a CHAMPion,” provides all students the opportunity to be well-rounded, confident, and successful learners.

Rebecca Diebold, a teacher of Knightsville Elementary School is creating a sensory mud kitchen to provide support the students with autism, and Danna Scott is encouraging creativity through a color printer program. The school has also been acknowledged as a Common Sense School for its work in digital citizenship.

Q. What is the policy for student behavior at Knightsville Elementary School?

A.Knightsville Elementary School closely follows a behavior policy that encourages positive actions and respect through the use of a code of conduct that outlines responsibilities and positive actions, which encourages the students to always demonstrate responsibility, kindness, and a good work ethic.

Q. Is there a parent-teacher organization at Knightsville Elementary School?

A.Yes! The Parent Teacher Association (PTA) at Knightsville Elementary School is very involved and supports the school through various fundraising and volunteer efforts.

Q. What types of lunches are served at Knightsville Elementary School?

A.Knightsville Elementary School has a variety of healthy and nutritious lunch options. Students also have the option of having lunch brought from home.

Q. How does Knightsville Elementary School recognize student success?

A.Knightsville Elementary School celebrates student successes through honor roll and student of the month recognition, and various award programs at school assemblies throughout the school year.

Q. What is the school mascot of Knightsville Elementary School?

A.The school mascot of Knightsville is the Knight, which symbolizes courage, integrity, and honor.