Laurel Hill Primary serves 736 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 736 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Laurel Hill Primary's student population of 736 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
736 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Laurel Hill Primary is 0.34, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
3%
31%
White
81%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 schools are Laurel Hill Primary often compared to?
Laurel Hill Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Mt. Pleasant Academy by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Laurel Hill Primary?
736 students attend Laurel Hill Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Laurel Hill Primary students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Laurel Hill Primary?
Laurel Hill Primary has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Laurel Hill Primary offer ?
Laurel Hill Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Laurel Hill Primary part of?
Laurel Hill Primary is part of Charleston 01 School District.
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