Serving 617 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 617 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School's student population of 617 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
617 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#152 out of 1154 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
19%
31%
White
64%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School's ranking?
Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School is ranked #152 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School often compared to?
Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orange Grove Charter School, St. Andrew's School Of Math And Science by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School?
617 students attend Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School?
Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School offer ?
Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School part of?
Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School is part of Charleston 01 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School located?
Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School is located in the West Ashley neighborhood of Charleston, SC. There are 11 other public schools located in West Ashley.
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