Charleston 01 School District

Charleston 01 is one of South Carolina's largest districts, serving 50,400 students across 82 schools. With 79 of those schools ranked, parents have broad, comparable data when evaluating options. The district's average school score of 6.9 out of 10 provides a useful baseline — a number worth keeping in mind as you weigh individual campuses against the district mean.

Elementary school options stand out as a particular strength. Oakland Elementary leads the district with a score of 9.0 out of 10, the highest rating across all 82 schools. Charleston Progressive (8.7) and Sullivan's Island Elementary (8.6) rank close behind, giving families in the elementary years several high-performing choices within the same district. Springfield Elementary (8.5) rounds out a cluster of top-rated elementary campuses that score well above the district average of 6.9.

At the secondary level, James Island Charter High School earns an 8.6 out of 10, making it the district's top-rated high school and a meaningful option for families planning ahead. Charter status means enrollment may involve an application process, so parents should confirm deadlines and eligibility early.

The breadth of this district — 82 schools, 50,400 students — means school quality varies considerably by campus. The gap between the district average (6.9) and its top performers (8.5 to 9.0) is large enough that school selection within Charleston 01 matters as much as district selection itself. Parents comparing Charleston 01 to neighboring districts should look at individual school scores alongside the district-wide average. With nearly 80 schools carrying published ratings, the data here is more complete than in many comparable districts, making it easier to make a well-informed choice.