Serving 766 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 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). 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 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% 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-5
- Enrollment: 766 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- 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 766 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
766 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
St. Andrew's School Of Math And Science ranks within the top 20% of all 1,154 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 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#194 out of 1154 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
13%
Black
27%
31%
White
57%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
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 St. Andrew's School Of Math And Science's ranking?
St. Andrew's School Of Math And Science is ranked #194 out of 1,154 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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?
766 students attend St. Andrew's School Of Math And Science.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of St. Andrew's School Of Math And Science students are White, 27% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% 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 16:1, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
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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