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#314 of 1,176 schools in SC

Top 27% in state

Howe Hall Aims Elementary

Elementary School · Berkeley 01

115 Howe Hall Road, Goose Creek, SC 29445

Enrollment

418

Student-Teacher

17.4:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#314 of 1,176

In Goose Creek

#2 of 14

public schools

In district

#5 of 46

Berkeley 01

Academic performance

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Howe Hall Aims Elementary

7.3/10

Elementary School in Goose Creek · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.7/10

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5.9/10

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About Howe Hall Aims Elementary

Howe Hall Aims Elementary is a public elementary school in Goose Creek, SC, part of Berkeley 01. Howe Hall Aims Elementary serves approximately 418 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Howe Hall Aims Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #314 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Howe Hall Aims Elementary show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.3 pts above district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 5.0
  • SC avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.41 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency60% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency80% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency70% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)69% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+1.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
Resources & Environment5.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,810
Chronic Absenteeism7.9%

Howe Hall Aims Elementary — Students at Howe Hall Aims Elementary score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

29.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 72.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 82.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
96%
ELA
97%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
91%
ELA
97%
2012
Math
90%
ELA
96%
2013
Math
85%
ELA
95%
2014
Math
59%
ELA
59%
2015
Math
66%
ELA
78%
2016
Math
59%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
64%
ELA
76%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
79%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
79%
2020*
Math
65%
ELA
76%
2021*
Math
65%
ELA
76%
2022
Math
60%
ELA
80%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How Howe Hall Aims Elementary Compares

See how Howe Hall Aims Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
73th percentile in SC
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
5.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
29%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.9%

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

115 Howe Hall Road, Goose Creek, SC 29445

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Howe Hall Aims Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mevers School of Excellence (rated 7.8/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is GREEN Charter School Lowcountry (rated 7.7/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby N. Charleston), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Bowen's Corner Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Hanahan), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Goose Creek, see our Goose Creek schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Goose Creek Elementary Goose Creek 0.5 mi 5.7
Goose Creek High Goose Creek 0.8 mi 5.9
Mount Holly Elementary Goose Creek 0.8 mi 3.5
Sedgefield Middle Goose Creek 1.0 mi 2.5
GREEN Charter School Lowcountry N. Charleston 1.4 mi 7.7
Deer Park Middle North Charleston 1.6 mi 6.4
Westview Elementary Goose Creek 2.0 mi 5.1
CROWFIELD ACADEMY Goose Creek 2.0 mi
Westview Middle Goose Creek 2.1 mi 4.0
Westview Primary Goose Creek 2.2 mi 4.3
A. C. Corcoran Elementary North Charleston 2.2 mi 3.0
Bowen's Corner Elementary Hanahan 2.7 mi 7.2
Boulder Bluff Elementary Goose Creek 3.0 mi 4.0
NORTHSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL North Charleston 2.9 mi 9.2
Mevers School of Excellence Goose Creek 2.9 mi 7.8
Hanahan Elementary Hanahan 3.1 mi 4.1
Pinehurst Elementary North Charleston 3.0 mi 4.0
Northwoods Middle North Charleston 3.1 mi 3.9
Marrington Elementary Goose Creek 3.2 mi 7.0
Marrington Middle School of the Arts Goose Creek 3.3 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29445 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,778

Median Home Value

$256,000

Median Rent

$1,441/mo

Population

59,011

College Educated

25.1%

Homeownership

70.7%

Avg Commute

25.7 min

Poverty Rate

6.9%

Median Age

36.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Bennettsville Primary Bennettsville, SC 7.3
Clinton Elementary Clinton, SC 7.3
Cowpens Elementary Cowpens, SC 7.3
Gloverville Elementary Gloverville, SC 7.3
Hodges Elementary Hodges, SC 7.3
J. L. Cain Elementary Darlington, SC 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Howe Hall Aims Elementary

What grades does Howe Hall Aims Elementary serve?

Howe Hall Aims Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Howe Hall Aims Elementary?

Howe Hall Aims Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 418 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Howe Hall Aims Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Howe Hall Aims Elementary is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Howe Hall Aims Elementary rank in SC?

Howe Hall Aims Elementary ranks #314 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Howe Hall Aims Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Howe Hall Aims Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Howe Hall Aims Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Howe Hall Aims Elementary has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Howe Hall Aims Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Howe Hall Aims Elementary a Title I school?

No, Howe Hall Aims Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Howe Hall Aims Elementary?

29.2% of students at Howe Hall Aims 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
45 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
418
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
29.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Berkeley County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.9%

District

Berkeley 01
District Enrollment
39,265
Schools in District
47
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,810
District Rank
#5 of 46

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