Serving 327 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mossy Oaks Elementary School 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 40-44% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mossy Oaks Elementary serves the eastern part of Beaufort, SC, covering approximately 3.1 square miles. Families living within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mossy Oaks Elementary School's student population of 327 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
327 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 ↓
Year Founded
1962
School Motto
By Working Together, Anything is Possible!
School Rankings
Mossy Oaks Elementary School 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 Mossy Oaks Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#635 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)
40-44%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
40%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
16%
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)30.3%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
3%
Showing 2009–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
School Mascot
Marvin The Owl
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mossy Oaks Elementary School's ranking?
Mossy Oaks Elementary School is ranked #635 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Mossy Oaks Elementary School often compared to?
Mossy Oaks Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Port Royal Elementary School, Broad River Elementary 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 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Mossy Oaks Elementary School?
327 students attend Mossy Oaks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Mossy Oaks Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mossy Oaks Elementary School?
Mossy Oaks Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mossy Oaks Elementary School offer ?
Mossy Oaks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mossy Oaks Elementary School part of?
Mossy Oaks Elementary School is part of Beaufort 01 School District.
In what neighborhood is Mossy Oaks Elementary School located?
Mossy Oaks Elementary School is located in the Mossy Oaks neighborhood of Beaufort, SC. There are 1 other public schools located in Mossy Oaks.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I have my third child going through this school. It is a phenomenal school with great teachers. The administration and staff have been consistent for many many years. They have a super strong reading program here and offer many incentives to do well. The PTO is strong as well and offer a variety of activities throughout the year to include: Evening Art Showcase, Family Fun Nights, Family Brain Activity nights, Book Fairs, Back to School Luau, and Fall/Spring Fling to name a few. I absolutely adore this school and it's quaint neighborhood feel.
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