Serving 653 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Eagle Nest 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 38% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 653 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Eagle Nest Elementary serves the eastern part of North Charleston, SC, covering an area of approximately 4 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of about 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 2.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eagle Nest Elementary School's student population of 653 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
653 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Eagle Nest 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 Eagle Nest Elementary School is 0.74, which is more 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
#647 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
31%
15%
Black
33%
31%
White
21%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.1%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eagle Nest Elementary School's ranking?
Eagle Nest Elementary School is ranked #647 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Eagle Nest Elementary School often compared to?
Eagle Nest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Windsor Hill Arts Infused Elementary School, Fort Dorchester Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Eagle Nest Elementary School?
653 students attend Eagle Nest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Eagle Nest Elementary School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eagle Nest Elementary School?
Eagle Nest Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Eagle Nest Elementary School offer ?
Eagle Nest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Eagle Nest Elementary School part of?
Eagle Nest Elementary School is part of Dorchester 02 School District.
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