Below Average
#973 of 1,176 schools in SC
Meeting Street Elementary
Elementary School · Charleston 01
2685 Leeds Avenue, North Charleston, SC 29405
Enrollment
1,153
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
1,153
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#973 of 1,176
In North Charleston
#18 of 30
public schools
In district
#61 of 79
Charleston 01
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Meeting Street Elementary
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About Meeting Street Elementary
Meeting Street Elementary is a public elementary school in North Charleston, SC, part of Charleston 01. Meeting Street Elementary serves approximately 1,153 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Meeting Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #973 of 1,176 schools in SC.
Structured state assessment records for Meeting Street Elementary show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 6.2
- SC avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 8.7:1 students to teachers, Meeting Street Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Meeting Street Elementary — Students at Meeting Street Elementary score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 14 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: 3.2/10.
How Meeting Street Elementary Compares
See how Meeting Street Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2685 Leeds Avenue, North Charleston, SC 29405
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Meeting Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Orange Grove Charter School (rated 8.5/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Charleston), which scores notably higher. Another option is Malcolm C. Hursey Montessori (rated 7.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHARLESTON BILINGUAL ACADEMY (rated 6.8/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in North Charleston, see our North Charleston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Allegro Charter School of Music North Charleston | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Morningside Middle North Charleston | 1.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Malcolm C. Hursey Montessori North Charleston | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Charleston School of the Arts North Charleston | 1.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Academic Magnet High North Charleston | 1.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Mary Ford Early Childhood Learning and Family Center North Charleston | 1.7 mi | 3.0 |
| CHARLESTON BILINGUAL ACADEMY North Charleston | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| North Charleston Creative Arts Elementary North Charleston | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| OWENS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY North Charleston | 1.8 mi | — |
| North Charleston Elementary North Charleston | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
| North Charleston High North Charleston | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Greg Mathis Charter High North Charleston | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Chicora Elementary North Charleston | 2.1 mi | 3.0 |
| Orange Grove Charter School Charleston | 2.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Military Magnet Academy North Charleston | 2.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Matilda F. Dunston Elementary North Charleston | 2.8 mi | 3.0 |
| TRINITY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Charleston | 2.9 mi | — |
| W. B. Goodwin Elementary North Charleston | 2.5 mi | 3.9 |
| RIVERPOINTE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Charleston | 2.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Lowcountry Acceleration Academy N. Charleston | 3.1 mi | 3.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29405 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,566
Median Home Value
$266,200
Median Rent
$1,196/mo
Population
26,717
College Educated
26.9%
Homeownership
46.9%
Avg Commute
19.7 min
Poverty Rate
17.5%
Median Age
39.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Caughman Road Elementary Columbia, SC | 4.5 |
| Gilbert Elementary Gilbert, SC | 4.5 |
| Woodfields Elementary Greenwood, SC | 4.5 |
| Whitesville Elementary Moncks Corner, SC | 4.6 |
| Hanahan Elementary Hanahan, SC | 4.1 |
| Carolina Springs Elementary Lexington, SC | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Meeting Street Elementary
What grades does Meeting Street Elementary serve?
Meeting Street Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Meeting Street Elementary?
Meeting Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 1,153 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Meeting Street Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Meeting Street Elementary is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Meeting Street Elementary rank in SC?
Meeting Street Elementary ranks #973 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is Meeting Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Meeting Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Meeting Street Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Meeting Street Elementary has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Meeting Street Elementary a charter school?
No, Meeting Street Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Meeting Street Elementary a Title I school?
No, Meeting Street Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Meeting Street Elementary?
100.0% of students at Meeting Street 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,153
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 133
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Charleston County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.7%
- Phone
- (843) 735-7102
Resources & Links
District
Charleston 01- District Enrollment
- 50,400
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,635
- District Rank
- #61 of 79
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