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#830 of 1,176 schools in SC
Port Royal Elementary
Elementary School · Beaufort 01
1214 Paris Avenue, Port Royal, SC 29935
Enrollment
192
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
192
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#830 of 1,176
In district
#29 of 32
Beaufort 01
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Port Royal Elementary
Port Royal Elementary is a public elementary school in Port Royal, SC, part of Beaufort 01. Port Royal Elementary serves approximately 192 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Port Royal Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #830 of 1,176 schools in SC.
Structured state assessment records for Port Royal Elementary show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- SC avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 192 students, Port Royal Elementary 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 8.7:1 students to teachers, Port Royal 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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Port Royal Elementary — Students at Port Royal Elementary score 42% proficient, which is above 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: 2.4/10.
How Port Royal Elementary Compares
See how Port Royal 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
1214 Paris Avenue, Port Royal, SC 29935
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Port Royal Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Coosa Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Beaufort), which scores notably higher. Another option is Riverview Charter School (rated 7.8/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Beaufort), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST PETERS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Beaufort), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Port Royal, see our Port Royal schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mossy Oaks Elementary Beaufort | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Beaufort Middle Beaufort | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Lowcountry Montessori School Beaufort | 2.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Beaufort High Beaufort | 3.2 mi | 7.8 |
| ST PETERS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Beaufort | 3.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Riverview Charter School Beaufort | 3.0 mi | 7.8 |
| BEAUFORT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Beaufort | 3.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Beaufort Elementary Beaufort | 3.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Lady's Island Middle Beaufort | 3.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Bridges Preparatory School Beaufort | 4.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Robert Smalls Leadership Academy Beaufort | 4.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Lady's Island Elementary Beaufort | 4.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Broad River Elementary Beaufort | 4.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Battery Creek High Beaufort | 5.0 mi | 8.9 |
| BEAUFORT ACADEMY Beaufort | 5.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Coosa Elementary Beaufort | 5.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Joseph S. Shanklin Elementary Beaufort | 8.0 mi | 4.1 |
| St. Helena Elementary St. Helena | 7.7 mi | 5.7 |
| ST FRANCIS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Hilton Head Island | 10.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Whale Branch Early College High Seabrook | 10.7 mi | 9.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29935 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,631
Median Home Value
$252,000
Median Rent
$1,353/mo
Population
4,030
College Educated
34.1%
Homeownership
33.2%
Poverty Rate
13.8%
Median Age
39
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brown's Ferry Elementary School for the Creative and Perform Georgetown, SC | 5.2 |
| St. James Santee Elementary-Middle Mcclellanville, SC | 5.2 |
| MAULDIN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mauldin, SC | 5.3 |
| Johnston Elementary Johnston, SC | 5.1 |
| Bennettsville Intermediate Bennettsville, SC | 5.4 |
| Clio Elementary Clio, SC | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Port Royal Elementary
What grades does Port Royal Elementary serve?
Port Royal Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Port Royal Elementary?
Port Royal Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 192 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Port Royal Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Port Royal 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 Port Royal Elementary rank in SC?
Port Royal Elementary ranks #830 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is Port Royal Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Port Royal Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Port Royal Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Port Royal Elementary has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Port Royal Elementary a charter school?
No, Port Royal Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Port Royal Elementary a Title I school?
No, Port Royal Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Port Royal Elementary?
100.0% of students at Port Royal 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
- 192
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Beaufort County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.5%
- Phone
- (843) 322-0834
Resources & Links
District
Beaufort 01- District Enrollment
- 21,489
- Schools in District
- 32
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,232
- District Rank
- #29 of 32
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