Serving 363 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 50-54% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). 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 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 363 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- 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 363 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
363 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Murray-lasaine Montessori ranks within the top 30% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Murray-lasaine Montessori is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#297 out of 1154 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
13%
Black
10%
31%
White
83%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
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 #297 out of 1,154 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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?
363 students attend Murray-lasaine Montessori.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Murray-lasaine Montessori students are White, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% 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 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Murray-lasaine Montessori offer ?
Murray-lasaine Montessori offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Murray-lasaine Montessori part of?
Murray-lasaine Montessori is part of Charleston 01 School District.
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