Serving 316 students in grades 1-5, Chicora Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 316 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chicora Elementary serves a central area in North Charleston, SC, encompassing approximately 8.5 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 4.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chicora Elementary School's student population of 316 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
316 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chicora Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chicora Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#1053 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
16%
15%
Black
81%
31%
White
1%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.5%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
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 Chicora Elementary School's ranking?
Chicora Elementary School is ranked #1053 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Chicora Elementary School often compared to?
Chicora Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charleston Progressive by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Chicora Elementary School?
316 students attend Chicora Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Chicora Elementary School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chicora Elementary School?
Chicora Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chicora Elementary School offer ?
Chicora Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chicora Elementary School part of?
Chicora Elementary School is part of Charleston 01 School District.
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