Serving 433 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, East Cooper Montessori Charter ranks in the top 10% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (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 13% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Cooper Montessori Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
East Cooper Montessori Charter's student population of 433 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
433 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2003
Campus Size
9 acres
School Rankings
East Cooper Montessori Charter ranks within the top 10% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Cooper Montessori Charter is 0.24, 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
#98 out of 1118 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cooper The Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Cooper Montessori Charter's ranking?
East Cooper Montessori Charter is ranked #98 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are East Cooper Montessori Charter often compared to?
East Cooper Montessori Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Mt. Pleasant Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend East Cooper Montessori Charter?
433 students attend East Cooper Montessori Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of East Cooper Montessori Charter students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Cooper Montessori Charter?
East Cooper Montessori Charter has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Cooper Montessori Charter offer ?
East Cooper Montessori Charter offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Cooper Montessori Charter part of?
East Cooper Montessori Charter is part of Charleston 01 School District.
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