Serving 392 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, James Simons Montessori ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower 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 44% 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-8
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: James Simons Elementary serves the south part of Charleston, SC, covering an attendance area of approximately 2.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with most zone edges located about 0.9 miles away and the furthest edge being 1.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
James Simons Montessori's student population of 392 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
392 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
James Simons Montessori 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 James Simons Montessori is 0.60, 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
#585 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
28%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
56%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.5%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
3%
5%
Showing 2007–2016. Full 18-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 James Simons Montessori's ranking?
James Simons Montessori is ranked #585 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are James Simons Montessori often compared to?
James Simons Montessoriis often viewed alongside schools like Simmons Pinckney Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend James Simons Montessori?
392 students attend James Simons Montessori.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of James Simons Montessori students are White, 28% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James Simons Montessori?
James Simons Montessori has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does James Simons Montessori offer ?
James Simons Montessori offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is James Simons Montessori part of?
James Simons Montessori is part of Charleston 01 School District.
In what neighborhood is James Simons Montessori located?
James Simons Montessori is located in the North Central neighborhood of Charleston, SC. There are 1 other public schools located in North Central.
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