Serving 616 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, James Island Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 616 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
James Island Elementary School's student population of 616 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
616 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
James Island Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James Island Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#361 out of 1154 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
27%
31%
White
65%
47%
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
43%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James Island Elementary School's ranking?
James Island Elementary School is ranked #361 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are James Island Elementary School often compared to?
James Island Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Murray-lasaine Montessori, Harbor View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend James Island Elementary School?
616 students attend James Island Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of James Island Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James Island Elementary School?
James Island Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does James Island Elementary School offer ?
James Island Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is James Island Elementary School part of?
James Island Elementary School is part of Charleston 01 School District.
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