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Sundrops Montessori - Daniel Island
Elementary School
2391 CLEMENTS FERRY RD, Charleston, SC 29492
Enrollment
7
Student-Teacher
3.5:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
7
Student-Teacher
3.5:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Sundrops Montessori - Daniel Island
Elementary School in Charleston · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Daniel Island School
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Philip Simmons Middle
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About Sundrops Montessori - Daniel Island
Sundrops Montessori - Daniel Island is a private elementary school in Charleston, SC. Sundrops Montessori - Daniel Island serves approximately 7 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 3.5:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 7 students, Sundrops Montessori - Daniel Island 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 3.5:1 students to teachers, Sundrops Montessori - Daniel Island sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Sundrops Montessori - Daniel Island 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
BetaHow Sundrops Montessori - Daniel Island compares to 22 public schools serving similar grades in Charleston, SC
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sundrops Montessori - Daniel Island (this school) | — |
| Daniel Island School | 8.0 |
| Sanders-Clyde Elementary | 4.8 |
| James Simons Montessori | 6.4 |
| Compass Collegiate Academy | 8.2 |
| Orange Grove Charter School | 8.5 |
| Mitchell Elementary | 3.9 |
| Charleston Progressive | 5.5 |
| Charleston Development Academy | 4.9 |
| Memminger Elementary | 6.0 |
| Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary | 8.4 |
| St. Andrew's School of Math and Science | 7.8 |
| Montessori Community School | 8.4 |
| Springfield Elementary | 5.6 |
| Drayton Hall Elementary | 7.1 |
| Carolina Voyager Charter | 8.1 |
| Pattison's Academy for Comprehensive Education | 4.0 |
| Stono Park Elementary | 4.0 |
| Harbor View Elementary | 8.1 |
| Oakland Elementary | 7.7 |
| Stiles Point Elementary | 8.0 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 7 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.5:1
- Address
- 2391 CLEMENTS FERRY RD, Charleston, SC 29492
- Phone
- (843) 647-7848
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in SC aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
2391 CLEMENTS FERRY RD, Charleston, SC 29492
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sundrops Montessori - Daniel Island may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Belle Hall Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Mt. Pleasant). Another option is Daniel Island School (rated 8.0/10, 3.6 miles away). Additionally, Philip Simmons Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Wando). For more schools in Charleston, see our Charleston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Daniel Island School Charleston | 3.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Philip Simmons Middle Wando | 3.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Philip Simmons Elementary Wando | 3.4 mi | 7.5 |
| North Charleston High North Charleston | 3.8 mi | 6.9 |
| CHARLESTON CLASSICAL SCHOOL North Charleston | 3.9 mi | — |
| North Charleston Elementary North Charleston | 4.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Philip Simmons High Charleston | 4.0 mi | 7.9 |
| OWENS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY North Charleston | 4.4 mi | — |
| Military Magnet Academy North Charleston | 4.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Chicora Elementary North Charleston | 4.5 mi | 3.0 |
| Hanahan Middle Hanahan | 4.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Malcolm C. Hursey Montessori North Charleston | 4.6 mi | 7.5 |
| CHARLESTON BILINGUAL ACADEMY North Charleston | 4.6 mi | 6.8 |
| PALMETTO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mount Pleasant | 5.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Greg Mathis Charter High North Charleston | 5.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Mary Ford Early Childhood Learning and Family Center North Charleston | 5.0 mi | 3.0 |
| Belle Hall Elementary Mt. Pleasant | 5.1 mi | 8.5 |
| North Charleston Creative Arts Elementary North Charleston | 4.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Charleston School of the Arts North Charleston | 5.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Academic Magnet High North Charleston | 5.0 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29492 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$115,605
Median Home Value
$727,800
Median Rent
$1,924/mo
Population
19,753
College Educated
67.3%
Homeownership
60%
Avg Commute
26.8 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
38.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sundrops Montessori - Daniel Island
What grades does Sundrops Montessori - Daniel Island serve?
Sundrops Montessori - Daniel Island serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Sundrops Montessori - Daniel Island?
Sundrops Montessori - Daniel Island has an enrollment of approximately 7 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sundrops Montessori - Daniel Island?
The student-teacher ratio at Sundrops Montessori - Daniel Island is 3.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Sundrops Montessori - Daniel Island a private school?
Yes, Sundrops Montessori - Daniel Island 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 Sundrops Montessori - Daniel Island a religious school?
No, Sundrops Montessori - Daniel Island is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 7
- Gender Split
- 43% M / 57% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 225 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Berkeley County
- Phone
- (843) 647-7848
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