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#128 of 192 private schools in SC
O'quinn Schools of Porter-gaud - Mount Pleasant
Elementary School
761 S SHELMORE BLVD, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
Enrollment
48
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
48
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
South Carolina private schools
#128 of 192
In Mount Pleasant
#6 of 8
public schools
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O'quinn Schools of Porter-gaud - Mount Pleasant
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About O'quinn Schools of Porter-gaud - Mount Pleasant
O'quinn Schools of Porter-gaud - Mount Pleasant is a private elementary school in Mount Pleasant, SC. O'quinn Schools of Porter-gaud - Mount Pleasant serves approximately 48 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 8:1 student-teacher ratio. O'quinn Schools of Porter-gaud - Mount Pleasant has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #128 of 192 private schools in SC.
- This school 5.8 · Average
- SC avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 48 students, O'quinn Schools of Porter-gaud - Mount Pleasant is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8:1 students to teachers, O'quinn Schools of Porter-gaud - Mount Pleasant sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
O'quinn Schools of Porter-gaud - Mount Pleasant is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
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Student Demographics
All Schools in Mount Pleasant
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| O'quinn Schools of Porter-gaud - Mount Pleasant (this school) | 5.8 |
| Moultrie Middle | 7.4 |
| Mt. Pleasant Academy | 8.5 |
| Laing Middle | 7.9 |
| Oceanside Collegiate Academy | 7.9 |
| Wando High | 8.1 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in SC.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in SC
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
761 S SHELMORE BLVD, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering O'quinn Schools of Porter-gaud - Mount Pleasant may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. East Cooper Montessori Charter (rated 8.5/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Mt. Pleasant), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mt. Pleasant Academy (rated 8.5/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Belle Hall Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Mt. Pleasant), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mount Pleasant, see our Mount Pleasant schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SUNDROPS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Mount Pleasant | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF THE LOWCOUNTRY Mount Pleasant | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Moultrie Middle Mount Pleasant | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| MT PLEASANT PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH LEARNING CENTER Mount Pleasant | 1.5 mi | — |
| CHRIST OUR KING-STELLA MANS SCHOOL Mount Pleasant | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| ST ANDREW'S DAY SCHOOL Mount Pleasant | 1.6 mi | — |
| James B. Edwards Elementary Mt. Pleasant | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| COASTAL CHRISTIAN PREPARATORY SCHOOL Mount Pleasant | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| East Cooper Montessori Charter Mt. Pleasant | 1.8 mi | 8.5 |
| TRIDENT ACADEMY Mount Pleasant | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Mt. Pleasant Academy Mount Pleasant | 2.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Lucy Garrett Beckham High Mt. Pleasant | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Belle Hall Elementary Mt. Pleasant | 2.9 mi | 8.5 |
| PALMETTO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mount Pleasant | 3.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary Mt. Pleasant | 2.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Daniel Island School Charleston | 3.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Buist Academy Charleston | 3.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Sanders-Clyde Elementary Charleston | 3.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Charleston Progressive Charleston | 3.6 mi | 5.5 |
| FIRST BAPTIST SCHOOL OF CHARLESTON Charleston | 3.9 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 |
|---|---|
| EDGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY West Columbia, SC | 6.0 |
| ABUNDANT LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Greenville, SC | 6.1 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF MAULDIN Mauldin, SC | 6.2 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF PAWLEYS ISLAND Pawleys Island, SC | 5.2 |
| CHARLES TOWNE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Charleston, SC | 6.5 |
| Jane Edwards Elementary Edisto Island, SC | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about O'quinn Schools of Porter-gaud - Mount Pleasant
What grades does O'quinn Schools of Porter-gaud - Mount Pleasant serve?
O'quinn Schools of Porter-gaud - Mount Pleasant serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend O'quinn Schools of Porter-gaud - Mount Pleasant?
O'quinn Schools of Porter-gaud - Mount Pleasant has an enrollment of approximately 48 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at O'quinn Schools of Porter-gaud - Mount Pleasant?
The student-teacher ratio at O'quinn Schools of Porter-gaud - Mount Pleasant is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does O'quinn Schools of Porter-gaud - Mount Pleasant rank in SC?
O'quinn Schools of Porter-gaud - Mount Pleasant ranks #128 of 192 private schools in SC.
What is O'quinn Schools of Porter-gaud - Mount Pleasant's MySchoolScout rating?
O'quinn Schools of Porter-gaud - Mount Pleasant has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is O'quinn Schools of Porter-gaud - Mount Pleasant a private school?
Yes, O'quinn Schools of Porter-gaud - Mount Pleasant is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is O'quinn Schools of Porter-gaud - Mount Pleasant a religious school?
No, O'quinn Schools of Porter-gaud - Mount Pleasant is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 48
- Gender Split
- 58% M / 42% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 230 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Charleston County
- Phone
- (843) 881-8506
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