Serving 769 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, St. Andrew's School Of Math And Science ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 769 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: St. Andrew's School of Math and Science serves the southwest part of Charleston, SC, encompassing an area of approximately 5.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest distance to the zone's edge being about 2.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Andrew's School Of Math And Science ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
St. Andrew's School Of Math And Science's student population of 769 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
769 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
St. Andrew's School Of Math And Science ranks within the top 20% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St. Andrew's School Of Math And Science 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
#187 out of 1118 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
22%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
58%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.3%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-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 St. Andrew's School Of Math And Science's ranking?
St. Andrew's School Of Math And Science is ranked #187 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are St. Andrew's School Of Math And Science often compared to?
St. Andrew's School Of Math And Scienceis often viewed alongside schools like Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School, Carolina Voyager Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend St. Andrew's School Of Math And Science?
769 students attend St. Andrew's School Of Math And Science.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of St. Andrew's School Of Math And Science students are White, 22% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Andrew's School Of Math And Science?
St. Andrew's School Of Math And Science has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does St. Andrew's School Of Math And Science offer ?
St. Andrew's School Of Math And Science offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is St. Andrew's School Of Math And Science part of?
St. Andrew's School Of Math And Science is part of Charleston 01 School District.
In what neighborhood is St. Andrew's School Of Math And Science located?
St. Andrew's School Of Math And Science is located in the West Ashley neighborhood of Charleston, SC. There are 11 other public schools located in West Ashley.
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