Below Average
#895 of 1,176 schools in SC
Sanders-clyde Elementary
Elementary School · Charleston 01
805 Morrison Drive, Charleston, SC 29403
Enrollment
353
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
353
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#895 of 1,176
In Charleston
#27 of 31
public schools
In district
#59 of 79
Charleston 01
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Sanders-clyde Elementary
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About Sanders-clyde Elementary
Sanders-clyde Elementary is a public elementary school in Charleston, SC, part of Charleston 01. Sanders-clyde Elementary serves approximately 353 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8:1 student-teacher ratio. Sanders-clyde Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #895 of 1,176 schools in SC.
Structured state assessment records for Sanders-clyde Elementary show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 6.2
- SC avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 8:1 students to teachers, Sanders-clyde 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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Sanders-clyde Elementary — Students at Sanders-clyde 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 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: 4.5/10.
How Sanders-clyde Elementary Compares
See how Sanders-clyde Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
805 Morrison Drive, Charleston, SC 29403
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sanders-clyde Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Compass Collegiate Academy (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE COOPER SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHARLESTON DAY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Charleston, see our Charleston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HARVEST TIME INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Charleston | 0.3 mi | — |
| THE CHARLESTON CATHOLIC SCHOOL Charleston | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Charleston Progressive Charleston | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Compass Collegiate Academy Charleston | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| James Simons Montessori Charleston | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Mitchell Elementary Charleston | 0.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Charleston Charter School for Math and Science Charleston | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Buist Academy Charleston | 1.0 mi | 8.9 |
| ASHLEY HALL SCHOOL Charleston | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Simmons Pinckney Middle Charleston | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Burke High Charleston | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| NE MILES EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Charleston | 1.4 mi | — |
| Charleston Development Academy Charleston | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Memminger Elementary Charleston | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| CHARLESTON DAY SCHOOL Charleston | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| MASON PREPARATORY SCHOOL Charleston | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| FIRST BAPTIST SCHOOL OF CHARLESTON Charleston | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| PORTER-GAUD SCHOOL Charleston | 2.4 mi | 5.9 |
| OAK GROVE MONTESSORI Charleston | 2.7 mi | — |
| THE COOPER SCHOOL Charleston | 2.8 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29403 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,689
Median Home Value
$624,000
Median Rent
$1,658/mo
Population
22,319
College Educated
56.7%
Homeownership
35.1%
Avg Commute
16.4 min
Poverty Rate
25.3%
Median Age
31
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brockington Elementary Darlington, SC | 4.8 |
| Chester Park School Elementary of Inquiry Chester, SC | 4.8 |
| Eleanor S. Rice Elementary Greenwood, SC | 4.7 |
| Mary H. Wright Elementary Spartanburg, SC | 4.7 |
| Orchard Park Elementary Westminster, SC | 4.7 |
| York Road Elementary Rock Hill, SC | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sanders-clyde Elementary
What grades does Sanders-clyde Elementary serve?
Sanders-clyde Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sanders-clyde Elementary?
Sanders-clyde Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 353 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sanders-clyde Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sanders-clyde Elementary is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sanders-clyde Elementary rank in SC?
Sanders-clyde Elementary ranks #895 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is Sanders-clyde Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sanders-clyde Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Sanders-clyde Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sanders-clyde Elementary has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Sanders-clyde Elementary a charter school?
No, Sanders-clyde Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sanders-clyde Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sanders-clyde Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sanders-clyde Elementary?
100.0% of students at Sanders-clyde 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
- 353
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Charleston County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.2%
- Phone
- (843) 724-7783
Resources & Links
District
Charleston 01- District Enrollment
- 50,400
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,635
- District Rank
- #59 of 79
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