Serving 1,172 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Daniel Island School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,172 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Daniel Island School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Daniel Island School's student population of 1,172 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,172 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Daniel Island School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Daniel Island School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#34 out of 1095 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
3%
32%
White
88%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Daniel Island School's ranking?
Daniel Island School is ranked #34 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Daniel Island School often compared to?
Daniel Island Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Philip Simmons Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
How many students attend Daniel Island School?
1,172 students attend Daniel Island School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Daniel Island School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Daniel Island School?
Daniel Island School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Daniel Island School offer ?
Daniel Island School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Daniel Island School part of?
Daniel Island School is part of Berkeley 01 School District.
School Reviews
2 3/30/2020
Bullying is an issue. I have two children that witness bullying on a daily basis. We are not new to the school but we haven't been around the other families since Pre K which is apparently part of the issue. There is a tight knit clique bond with some entitled bullying kids. We have lived in several nice places and never experienced bullying. I'm a little shaken from what I've heard and witnessed when I bring up the subject with administration. Very disappointed.
3 1/29/2020
ex student got bullied a lot, and the staff did nothing about it.
5 1/29/2020
A great school. The teachers are very good at communicating with the parents. My 3 children love the school and Daniel Island is truly a beautiful town where you enjoy a great outdoor lifestyle!! We left Connecticut 6 years ago and never looked back!!!
5 9/9/2019
Daniel Island school is exceptional. My 3 children go here and love it. The teachers are easy to contact and are very helpful. They have had no issue with any bullying or making alot of new friends. I am so glad they are attending such a great school.
1 8/26/2019
This school aware of bullying and doesn't do anything and blames it on the victim. They don't do anything, the staff does not care to Flips about the students.
5 4/14/2018
This school is stunning and everything is perfect. The above comment is total nonsense as Daniel Island is very friendly and people get along quite nice.
2 1/3/2011
The school is real nice but they have a problem with some of the girls bullying. My daughter went through two years of pure misery and the administration only talked to the girls and would not grant my request to move my child to another class. Had enough and we moved to Moultrie Middle School district. Best decision as my child is thriving. Speak to people about this school(there is a bully problem). My child was not the first and will not be the last. Save your money and move to Mount Pleasant.
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