Serving 621 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Harbor View Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 71% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher 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 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 621 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Harbor View Elementary serves the southern part of Charleston, SC, covering an area of approximately 6.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with most living around 1.5 miles from its borders, while the furthest edge is about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harbor View Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Harbor View Elementary School's student population of 621 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
621 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harbor View Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harbor View Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#151 out of 1118 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.4%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harbor View Elementary School's ranking?
Harbor View Elementary School is ranked #151 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Harbor View Elementary School often compared to?
Harbor View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stiles Point Elementary School, Murray-lasaine Montessori, James Island Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Harbor View Elementary School?
621 students attend Harbor View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Harbor View Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harbor View Elementary School?
Harbor View Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harbor View Elementary School offer ?
Harbor View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harbor View Elementary School part of?
Harbor View Elementary School is part of Charleston 01 School District.
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