Serving 337 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Stono Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% 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: 337 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Stono Park Elementary serves families in the southwest part of Charleston, SC, covering an area of approximately 3.5 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 2.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stono Park Elementary School's student population of 337 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
337 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
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School Rankings
Stono Park 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 Stono Park Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#828 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
43%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Showing 2013–2022. Show full history, 2010–2022 (no data for 2020)
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1987–2025
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1992–2025 (no data for 1995, 1996 and 1997)
Black
69%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1988–2025
White
17%
46%
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Two or more races
6%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1988–2025
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.8%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1991–2025
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
6%
5%
Showing 2007–2016. Show full history, 1999–2016
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stono Park Elementary School's ranking?
Stono Park Elementary School is ranked #828 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Stono Park Elementary School often compared to?
Stono Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakland Elementary School, St. Andrew's School Of Math And Science, Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Stono Park Elementary School?
337 students attend Stono Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Stono Park Elementary School students are Black, 17% of students are White, 7% 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 Stono Park Elementary School?
Stono Park Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Stono Park Elementary School offer ?
Stono Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Stono Park Elementary School part of?
Stono Park Elementary School is part of Charleston 01 School District.
In what neighborhood is Stono Park Elementary School located?
Stono Park Elementary School is located in the West Ashley neighborhood of Charleston, SC. There are 11 other public schools located in West Ashley.
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