What grades does Watkins-Nance Elementary serve?

Watkins-Nance Elementary is a Primary school serving students in Columbia, SC. The school is part of the local school district.

Where is Watkins-Nance Elementary located?

Watkins-Nance Elementary is located at Columbia, SC in a urban area.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Watkins-Nance Elementary?

Watkins-Nance Elementary has a student-teacher ratio of 14.5:1.

What schools are in Columbia, SC?

Columbia, SC is served by the local school district. Watkins-Nance Elementary is one of the Primary schools in the area.

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Watkins-Nance Elementary — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|Columbia, South Carolina|Richland 01

Columbia, SC 29204

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Upcoming Events

Oct

Thu

End of First QuarterEventDistrict-wide

Oct

Thu

Early Dismissal for Students / Parent-Teacher Conferenceshalf_dayDistrict-wide

Oct

Thu

Early Dismissal for Students/Parent-Teacher Conferenceshalf_dayDistrict-wide

Oct

Fri

Teacher WorkdayStaff DayDistrict-wide

Check the school calendar for any schedule changes on this day.

Nov

Tue

Election Day HolidayHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Nov

Mon

Thanksgiving BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

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School Profile

Grades

PK–5

Enrollment

435

Student:Teacher

14.5:1

Locale

Urban

District

Richland 01

Econ. Disadvantaged

100.0%

Phone

(803)733-4321

School Statistics

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

4 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 20.8:1

Worse than average in SC

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

368

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$18,992

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$10,108

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$24,392

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 16%State 29%Local 55%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

27.0%

Below 150% poverty line

6.8%

Unemployment rate

9.9%

Uninsured residents

7.8%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

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

Total Students Served

2,608

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

2,477

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

864 (35%)

Autism

409 (17%)

Other Health Impairment

402 (16%)

Speech/Language Impairment

277 (11%)

Intellectual Disability

192 (8%)

Emotional Disturbance

35 (1%)

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

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

499

Current enrollment

Growing(+49% 5yr)

Coming Up

Thu, Oct 8, 2026

End of First Quarter

Event

Thu, Oct 8, 2026

Early Dismissal for Students / Parent-Teacher Conferences

half_day

Thu, Oct 8, 2026

Early Dismissal for Students/Parent-Teacher Conferences

half_day

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Richland 01. Watkins-Nance Elementary follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor DayDistrict-wide Check the calendar for holiday observance details.	Holiday	—
Fri, Sep 25, 2026	Early Dismissal for Students / Professional DevelopmentDistrict-wide No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.	half_day	—
Fri, Sep 25, 2026	Early Dismissal for Students/Professional DevelopmentDistrict-wide No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.	half_day	—
Thu, Oct 8, 2026	End of First QuarterDistrict-wide	Event	—
Thu, Oct 8, 2026	Early Dismissal for Students / Parent-Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Thu, Oct 8, 2026	Early Dismissal for Students/Parent-Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Fri, Oct 9, 2026	Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide Check the school calendar for any schedule changes on this day.	Staff Day	—
Tue, Nov 3, 2026	Election Day HolidayDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	End of Second Quarter (Early Dismissal for Students)District-wide Early dismissal for students	half_day	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter BreakDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide Check the school calendar for any schedule changes on this day.	Staff Day	—
Fri, Jan 15, 2027	Early Dismissal for Students/Professional DevelopmentDistrict-wide No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.	half_day	—
Fri, Jan 15, 2027	Early Dismissal for Students / Professional DevelopmentDistrict-wide No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.	half_day	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	Martin Luther King Jr. DayDistrict-wide Check the calendar for any schedule changes related to this observance.	Holiday	—
Fri, Feb 12, 2027	Professional Development (No School for Students)District-wide Review the professional development agenda for session topics and student dismissal details.	Staff Day	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Presidents DayDistrict-wide Check the calendar for holiday observance details.	Holiday	—
Thu, Mar 11, 2027	End of Third QuarterDistrict-wide	Event	—
Fri, Mar 12, 2027	Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide Check the school calendar for any schedule changes on this day.	Staff Day	—
Fri, Mar 19, 2027	Early Dismissal for Students/Parent-Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Fri, Mar 19, 2027	Early Dismissal for Students / Parent-Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Mar 22, 2027	Spring BreakDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Mon, Apr 26, 2027	School HolidayDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for the holiday date and any schedule changes.	Holiday	—
Mon, Apr 26, 2027	HolidayDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Wed, May 26, 2027	Last Day of SchoolDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for the final day of the academic year.	Event	—
Wed, May 26, 2027	Last Day of School for Students (Early Dismissal for Students)District-wide Early dismissal for students	Event	—
Thu, May 27, 2027	Last Day for Teachers (Workday)District-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial DayDistrict-wide Check the calendar for holiday observance details.	Holiday	—