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#32 of 1,176 schools in SC

Top 3% in state

Coosa Elementary

Elementary School · Beaufort 01

45 Middle Road, Beaufort, SC 29907

Enrollment

449

Student-Teacher

11.5:1

Score

8.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#32 of 1,176

In Beaufort

#2 of 14

public schools

In district

#4 of 32

Beaufort 01

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Coosa Elementary

8.8/10

Elementary School in Beaufort · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Beaufort Elementary

6.6/10

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7.4/10

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About Coosa Elementary

Coosa Elementary is a public elementary school in Beaufort, SC, part of Beaufort 01. Coosa Elementary serves approximately 449 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Coosa Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #32 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Coosa Elementary show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.1 pts above district
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.7
  • SC avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.41 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency77% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency77% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency77% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+16.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,232
Chronic Absenteeism14.3%

Coosa Elementary — Students at Coosa Elementary score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

47.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 74.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 70.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from SC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
88%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
38%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
58%
2016
Math
68%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
60%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
60%
2020*
Math
69%
ELA
73%
2021*
Math
69%
ELA
73%
2022
Math
77%
ELA
77%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.2/10.

How Coosa Elementary Compares

See how Coosa Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.8/10
97th percentile in SC
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

45 Middle Road, Beaufort, SC 29907

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Coosa Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Riverview Charter School (rated 7.8/10, 7.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is ST PETERS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Robert Smalls Leadership Academy (rated 7.0/10, 5.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Beaufort, see our Beaufort schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.1 mi
School Distance Rating
BEAUFORT ACADEMY Beaufort 0.9 mi 7.4
Bridges Preparatory School Beaufort 1.8 mi 8.3
Lady's Island Middle Beaufort 2.4 mi 5.6
Beaufort High Beaufort 2.5 mi 7.8
ST PETERS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Beaufort 2.6 mi 7.7
Beaufort Elementary Beaufort 2.3 mi 6.6
Lady's Island Elementary Beaufort 4.0 mi 5.5
Beaufort Middle Beaufort 4.2 mi 5.3
Mossy Oaks Elementary Beaufort 4.4 mi 6.4
Port Royal Elementary Port Royal 5.6 mi 5.2
Robert Smalls Leadership Academy Beaufort 5.5 mi 7.0
BEAUFORT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Beaufort 5.7 mi 4.3
St. Helena Elementary St. Helena 5.9 mi 5.7
Battery Creek High Beaufort 5.9 mi 8.9
Lowcountry Montessori School Beaufort 7.0 mi 6.1
Broad River Elementary Beaufort 6.7 mi 6.5
Riverview Charter School Beaufort 7.1 mi 7.8
AMIKIDS BEAUFORT Seabrook 8.5 mi
Whale Branch Elementary Seabrook 8.0 mi 3.9
Whale Branch Middle Seabrook 8.1 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29907 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$90,777

Median Home Value

$399,600

Median Rent

$1,706/mo

Population

14,848

College Educated

48.1%

Homeownership

87.2%

Avg Commute

25.9 min

Poverty Rate

13.3%

Median Age

43.1

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Lamar-Spaulding Elementary Lamar, SC 8.9
Rosewood Elementary Columbia, SC 8.9
W.M. Anderson Primary Kingstree, SC 8.9
Green Charter School Spartanburg Spartanburg, SC 8.7
Midland Park Primary North Charleston, SC 8.7
Lake Carolina Elementary Lower Campus Blythewood, SC 9.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Coosa Elementary

What grades does Coosa Elementary serve?

Coosa Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Coosa Elementary?

Coosa Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 449 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Coosa Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Coosa Elementary is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Coosa Elementary rank in SC?

Coosa Elementary ranks #32 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Coosa Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Coosa Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Coosa Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Coosa Elementary has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Coosa Elementary a charter school?

No, Coosa Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Coosa Elementary a Title I school?

No, Coosa Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Coosa Elementary?

47.2% of students at Coosa Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Compare This School

How does Coosa Elementary stack up?

Beaufort Elementary
6.6

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
449
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
47.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Beaufort County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.3%

District

Beaufort 01
District Enrollment
21,489
Schools in District
32
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,232
District Rank
#4 of 32

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