East Aiken School of the Arts
District: Aiken • ABC School Since 2006
Community Composition
Grades: PK-5
Enrollment: 534
Teachers: 35
Student/Teacher Ratio: 19.8:1
Mission & Vision
Our vision for East Aiken School of the Arts is to strive for academic excellence through the arts. Our mission at East Aiken School of the Arts is to:
- Accommodate differences
- Reveal a passion for learning
- Teach appreciation
- Stimulate creativity
Arts Goals
- Establish quality professional development opportunities to improve student achievement in the arts significantly through curriculum, instruction, and assessment based on the 2017 SCCCRSVPAP (SC College & Career Ready Standards for Visual and Performing Arts Proficiency) for each academic school year.
- Implement a quality arts program in order to meet all 2017 SCCCRSVPAP.
- Effectively manage fine arts programs in order to promote growth and sustainability for increased student achievement.
- Maintain and upgrade performance facility and materials to improve student achievement in the arts based on the 2017 SCCCRSVPAP.
Points of Pride
- Academic Excellence Through the Arts: East Aiken earned an Excellent state report card rating, along with an Excellent growth rating, reflecting strong student progress and arts-integrated instruction.
- Arts Opportunities for Every Child: Every student receives weekly instruction in music, theatre, visual art, and dance, supporting confidence, creativity, collaboration, and problem solving.
- A Certified Arts in Basic Curriculum School: As an ABC School since 2006, East Aiken is committed to “Striving for Academic Excellence through the Arts” and making the arts an integral part of learning.
- Performances That Build Character and Community: Students shine through schoolwide performances, character assemblies, musicals, and community events that allow them to share their talents with families and the greater Aiken community.
- Advanced Arts Pathways: Students who demonstrate strong interest and skill can grow through after-school advanced arts classes, clubs, and expanded arts opportunities.
- Family and Community Engagement: East Aiken celebrates student learning through family arts experiences, STEAM events, art displays, and community showcases that help families see how the arts deepen understanding across all subjects.
Key Contacts
803-323-2451
147 McLaurin Hall
Winthrop University
Rock Hill, SC 29733
