Needs Improvement
#1099 of 1,176 schools in SC
Mount Holly Elementary
Elementary School · Berkeley 01
225 Garwood Drive, Goose Creek, SC 29445
Enrollment
576
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
576
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#1,099 of 1,176
In Goose Creek
#13 of 14
public schools
In district
#37 of 46
Berkeley 01
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Mount Holly Elementary
Elementary School in Goose Creek · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mount Holly Elementary
Mount Holly Elementary is a public elementary school in Goose Creek, SC, part of Berkeley 01. Mount Holly Elementary serves approximately 576 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Holly Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,099 of 1,176 schools in SC.
Structured state assessment records for Mount Holly Elementary show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.0
- SC avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Mount Holly Elementary — Students at Mount Holly Elementary score 32% 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 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: 2.3/10.
How Mount Holly Elementary Compares
See how Mount Holly Elementary 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
225 Garwood Drive, Goose Creek, SC 29445
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mount Holly Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mevers School of Excellence (rated 7.8/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GREEN Charter School Lowcountry (rated 7.7/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby N. Charleston), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Howe Hall AIMS Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Goose Creek, see our Goose Creek schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sedgefield Middle Goose Creek | 0.1 mi | 2.5 |
| Goose Creek High Goose Creek | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Howe Hall AIMS Elementary Goose Creek | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Goose Creek Elementary Goose Creek | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| GREEN Charter School Lowcountry N. Charleston | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Bowen's Corner Elementary Hanahan | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Deer Park Middle North Charleston | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Mevers School of Excellence Goose Creek | 2.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Marrington Elementary Goose Creek | 2.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Marrington Middle School of the Arts Goose Creek | 2.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Westview Elementary Goose Creek | 2.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Westview Middle Goose Creek | 2.7 mi | 4.0 |
| CROWFIELD ACADEMY Goose Creek | 2.7 mi | — |
| Hanahan Elementary Hanahan | 3.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Westview Primary Goose Creek | 2.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Boulder Bluff Elementary Goose Creek | 3.2 mi | 4.0 |
| A. C. Corcoran Elementary North Charleston | 2.9 mi | 3.0 |
| NORTHSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL North Charleston | 3.3 mi | 9.2 |
| Pinehurst Elementary North Charleston | 3.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Northwoods Middle North Charleston | 3.5 mi | 3.9 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Crosswell Drive Elementary Sumter, SC | 3.5 |
| E. B. Morse Elementary Laurens, SC | 3.5 |
| Sandhills Elementary Swansea, SC | 3.5 |
| Varennes Elementary Anderson, SC | 3.5 |
| A. J. Lewis Greenview Elementary Columbia, SC | 3.4 |
| E.B. Ellington Elementary Ravenel, SC | 3.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mount Holly Elementary
What grades does Mount Holly Elementary serve?
Mount Holly Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Mount Holly Elementary?
Mount Holly Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 576 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Holly Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mount Holly Elementary is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mount Holly Elementary rank in SC?
Mount Holly Elementary ranks #1,099 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is Mount Holly Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mount Holly Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Mount Holly Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mount Holly Elementary has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Mount Holly Elementary a charter school?
No, Mount Holly Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mount Holly Elementary a Title I school?
No, Mount Holly Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mount Holly Elementary?
100.0% of students at Mount Holly 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 576
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Berkeley County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.9%
- Phone
- (843) 820-4090
Resources & Links
District
Berkeley 01- District Enrollment
- 39,265
- Schools in District
- 47
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,810
- District Rank
- #37 of 46
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