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#585 of 1,176 schools in SC
Top 50% in state
North Charleston Creative Arts Elementary
Elementary School · Charleston 01
5200 Lackawanna Boulevard, North Charleston, SC 29405
Enrollment
403
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
403
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#585 of 1,176
In North Charleston
#13 of 30
public schools
In district
#47 of 79
Charleston 01
School environment
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About North Charleston Creative Arts Elementary
North Charleston Creative Arts Elementary is a public elementary school in North Charleston, SC, part of Charleston 01. North Charleston Creative Arts Elementary serves approximately 403 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. North Charleston Creative Arts Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #585 of 1,176 schools in SC.
Structured state assessment records for North Charleston Creative Arts Elementary show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- SC avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at North Charleston Creative Arts Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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North Charleston Creative Arts Elementary — Students at North Charleston Creative Arts Elementary score 24% 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 20 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: 6.9/10.
How North Charleston Creative Arts Elementary Compares
See how North Charleston Creative Arts 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
5200 Lackawanna Boulevard, North Charleston, SC 29405
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Charleston Creative Arts Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Malcolm C. Hursey Montessori (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DIVINE REDEEMER SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Hanahan), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHARLESTON BILINGUAL ACADEMY (rated 6.8/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in North Charleston, see our North Charleston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHARLESTON BILINGUAL ACADEMY North Charleston | 0.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Charleston School of the Arts North Charleston | 0.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Academic Magnet High North Charleston | 0.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Morningside Middle North Charleston | 0.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Malcolm C. Hursey Montessori North Charleston | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| North Charleston Elementary North Charleston | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Matilda F. Dunston Elementary North Charleston | 1.1 mi | 3.0 |
| CHARLESTON CLASSICAL SCHOOL North Charleston | 1.3 mi | — |
| North Charleston High North Charleston | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Hanahan Middle Hanahan | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Allegro Charter School of Music North Charleston | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Lowcountry Acceleration Academy N. Charleston | 1.7 mi | 3.2 |
| Meeting Street Elementary North Charleston | 2.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Hanahan High Hanahan | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Learn4Life High School-Charleston N. Charleston | 2.1 mi | 2.4 |
| DIVINE REDEEMER SCHOOL Hanahan | 2.4 mi | 7.4 |
| OWENS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY North Charleston | 2.4 mi | — |
| Mary Ford Early Childhood Learning and Family Center North Charleston | 2.9 mi | 3.0 |
| Chicora Elementary North Charleston | 2.9 mi | 3.0 |
| Military Magnet Academy North Charleston | 3.1 mi | 6.3 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Allendale-Fairfax Elementary Fairfax, SC | 6.3 |
| Bradley Elementary Columbia, SC | 6.3 |
| Carver-Lyon Elementary Columbia, SC | 6.3 |
| Estill Elementary Estill, SC | 6.3 |
| Great Falls Elementary Great Falls, SC | 6.3 |
| Hilton Head Island School for the Creative Arts Hilton Head Island, SC | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Charleston Creative Arts Elementary
What grades does North Charleston Creative Arts Elementary serve?
North Charleston Creative Arts Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend North Charleston Creative Arts Elementary?
North Charleston Creative Arts Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 403 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Charleston Creative Arts Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at North Charleston Creative Arts 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 North Charleston Creative Arts Elementary rank in SC?
North Charleston Creative Arts Elementary ranks #585 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is North Charleston Creative Arts Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
North Charleston Creative Arts Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 North Charleston Creative Arts Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, North Charleston Creative Arts Elementary has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
Is North Charleston Creative Arts Elementary a charter school?
No, North Charleston Creative Arts Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is North Charleston Creative Arts Elementary a Title I school?
No, North Charleston Creative Arts Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Charleston Creative Arts Elementary?
100.0% of students at North Charleston Creative Arts 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
- 403
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Charleston County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.3%
- Phone
- (843) 529-2831
Resources & Links
District
Charleston 01- District Enrollment
- 50,400
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,635
- District Rank
- #47 of 79
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