Excellent
#54 of 1,176 schools in SC
Top 5% in state
East Cooper Montessori Charter
Elementary School · Charleston 01
1120 Rifle Range Road, Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464
Enrollment
429
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
429
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#54 of 1,176
In Mt. Pleasant
#1 of 10
public schools
In district
#7 of 79
Charleston 01
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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East Cooper Montessori Charter
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About East Cooper Montessori Charter
East Cooper Montessori Charter is a public elementary school in Mt. Pleasant, SC, part of Charleston 01. East Cooper Montessori Charter serves approximately 429 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio.
East Cooper Montessori Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #54 of 1,176 schools in SC. Structured state assessment records for East Cooper Montessori Charter show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 6.2
- SC avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
East Cooper Montessori Charter is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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East Cooper Montessori Charter — Students at East Cooper Montessori Charter score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 73%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
20.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from SC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.0/10.
How East Cooper Montessori Charter Compares
See how East Cooper Montessori Charter performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1120 Rifle Range Road, Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering East Cooper Montessori Charter may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sullivan's Island Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Sullivan'S Island), with a very similar rating. Another option is Mt. Pleasant Academy (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Mount Pleasant), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Belle Hall Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 3.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Mt. Pleasant, see our Mt. Pleasant schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHRIST OUR KING-STELLA MANS SCHOOL Mount Pleasant | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| COASTAL CHRISTIAN PREPARATORY SCHOOL Mount Pleasant | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF THE LOWCOUNTRY Mount Pleasant | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Mt. Pleasant Academy Mount Pleasant | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Moultrie Middle Mount Pleasant | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| James B. Edwards Elementary Mt. Pleasant | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary Mt. Pleasant | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| ST ANDREW'S DAY SCHOOL Mount Pleasant | 1.4 mi | — |
| MT PLEASANT PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH LEARNING CENTER Mount Pleasant | 1.6 mi | — |
| Lucy Garrett Beckham High Mt. Pleasant | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| O'QUINN SCHOOLS OF PORTER-GAUD - MOUNT PLEASANT Mount Pleasant | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| TRIDENT ACADEMY Mount Pleasant | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| SUNDROPS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Mount Pleasant | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Sullivan's Island Elementary Sullivan'S Island | 2.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Belle Hall Elementary Mt. Pleasant | 3.4 mi | 8.5 |
| PALMETTO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mount Pleasant | 3.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Daniel Island School Charleston | 4.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Laing Middle Mount Pleasant | 5.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Buist Academy Charleston | 4.7 mi | 8.9 |
| FIRST BAPTIST SCHOOL OF CHARLESTON Charleston | 4.8 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29464 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,215
Median Home Value
$672,400
Median Rent
$1,973/mo
Population
51,758
College Educated
66.6%
Homeownership
66.2%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Median Age
42.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Jackson Creek Elementary Columbia, SC | 8.5 |
| Augusta Circle Elementary Greenville, SC | 8.4 |
| Cherokee Charter Academy Gaffney, SC | 8.4 |
| Montessori Community School Charleston, SC | 8.4 |
| North Pointe Elementary Anderson, SC | 8.4 |
| Orchard Park Elementary Fort Mill, SC | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about East Cooper Montessori Charter
What grades does East Cooper Montessori Charter serve?
East Cooper Montessori Charter serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend East Cooper Montessori Charter?
East Cooper Montessori Charter has an enrollment of approximately 429 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at East Cooper Montessori Charter?
The student-teacher ratio at East Cooper Montessori Charter is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does East Cooper Montessori Charter rank in SC?
East Cooper Montessori Charter ranks #54 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is East Cooper Montessori Charter's MySchoolScout rating?
East Cooper Montessori Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 East Cooper Montessori Charter?
Based on loaded state assessment records, East Cooper Montessori Charter has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is East Cooper Montessori Charter a charter school?
Yes, East Cooper Montessori Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is East Cooper Montessori Charter a Title I school?
No, East Cooper Montessori Charter is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for East Cooper Montessori Charter?
20.3% of students at East Cooper Montessori Charter 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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- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 429
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 20.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Charleston County
- Phone
- (843) 216-2883
Resources & Links
District
Charleston 01- District Enrollment
- 50,400
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,635
- District Rank
- #7 of 79
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