Serving 662 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Harbor View Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 662 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harbor View Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Harbor View Elementary School's student population of 662 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
662 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Harbor View Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harbor View Elementary School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#133 out of 1154 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
11%
31%
White
78%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harbor View Elementary School's ranking?
Harbor View Elementary School is ranked #133 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Harbor View Elementary School often compared to?
Harbor View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stiles Point Elementary School, Murray-lasaine Montessori by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Harbor View Elementary School?
662 students attend Harbor View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Harbor View Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harbor View Elementary School?
Harbor View Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harbor View Elementary School offer ?
Harbor View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harbor View Elementary School part of?
Harbor View Elementary School is part of Charleston 01 School District.
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