Wil Lou Gray Opportunity School

Wil Lou Gray Opportunity School is a non-profit school located in West Columbia, South Carolina. The school employs 49 individuals and generates $5.1 million in annual revenue. Founded in 1921 by Dr. Wil Lou Gray, the school provides an alternative high school education to adolescents aged 16 to 19 who are considered "at-risk." The school offers a unique program that combines academic instruction with vocational training within a structured residential, quasi-military environment. This approach aims to prepare students for independence and employment. Wil Lou Gray Opportunity School focuses on serving students who have not found success in the traditional educational system. The school's philosophy centers around the belief that learning should be a lifelong pursuit, regardless of past challenges. This commitment sets them apart as a unique alternative educational institution in South Carolina. For more information, visit willougray.org.