Serving 568 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School's student population of 568 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
568 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#65 out of 1095 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
14%
32%
White
72%
48%
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
13%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School's ranking?
Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School is ranked #65 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School often compared to?
Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orange Grove Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
How many students attend Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School?
568 students attend Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School?
Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School offer ?
Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School part of?
Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School is part of Charleston 01 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School located?
Ashley River Creative Arts 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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