Serving 347 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Murray-lasaine Montessori ranks in the top 30% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher 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 18% 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: 347 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Murray Lasaine Elementary serves the southern part of Charleston, SC, covering an area of approximately 5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 1.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Murray-lasaine Montessori ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Murray-lasaine Montessori's student population of 347 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
347 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Murray-lasaine Montessori ranks within the top 30% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Murray-lasaine Montessori is 0.32, 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
#261 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Black
8%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
82%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.5%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2009–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Murray-lasaine Montessori's ranking?
Murray-lasaine Montessori is ranked #261 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Murray-lasaine Montessori often compared to?
Murray-lasaine Montessoriis often viewed alongside schools like Harbor View Elementary School, James Island Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Murray-lasaine Montessori?
347 students attend Murray-lasaine Montessori.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Murray-lasaine Montessori students are White, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Murray-lasaine Montessori?
Murray-lasaine Montessori has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Murray-lasaine Montessori offer ?
Murray-lasaine Montessori offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Murray-lasaine Montessori part of?
Murray-lasaine Montessori is part of Charleston 01 School District.
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