Construction continues on the new Reedy Laurel Elementary School.
The two-story, 119,000-square-foot facility is being built on the former site of J.L. Mann High Academy at 61 Isbell Lane in Greenville. Set to open in August 2025, the school will accommodate up to 750 students.
Reedy Laurel Elementary will offer a specialized environmental science program with hands-on exploration for students. The school will include 50 classrooms, an onsite greenhouse, a wet lab for hydroponics, a tech lab and an outdoor playground.
“We are excited to begin planting the seeds of learning in August 2025 by creating an environment that balances the academic rigor and expectations celebrated across Greenville County Schools with the excitement the world of science brings young minds,” said Principal Matt Critell.
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The school is named after the Reedy River and Laurel Creek, both located near the facility. The name was chosen from 1,400 name submissions.
A groundbreaking ceremony celebrating the school’s ongoing construction was held Oct. 29. Construction officially began on the new school in spring 2024. Scott Carlin, the district’s executive director of facilities, said the project is on track to be completed before next school year.
