Serving 405 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 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). 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 11:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- 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
Student Attention
School Overview
East Cooper Montessori Charter's student population of 405 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 60% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
405 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Cooper Montessori Charter ranks within the top 10% of all 1,154 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 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#68 out of 1154 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
5%
32%
White
87%
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
8%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #68 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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?
405 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 Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Cooper Montessori Charter?
East Cooper Montessori Charter has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than 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 (offers virtual instruction).
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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