Serving 659 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Moncks Corner Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 659 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Moncks Corner Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Moncks Corner Elementary School's student population of 659 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
659 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Moncks Corner Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Moncks Corner Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#878 out of 1154 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
45%
31%
White
40%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
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 Moncks Corner Elementary School's ranking?
Moncks Corner Elementary School is ranked #878 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Moncks Corner Elementary School often compared to?
Moncks Corner Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cross Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Moncks Corner Elementary School?
659 students attend Moncks Corner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Moncks Corner Elementary School students are Black, 40% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Moncks Corner Elementary School?
Moncks Corner Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Moncks Corner Elementary School offer ?
Moncks Corner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Moncks Corner Elementary School part of?
Moncks Corner Elementary School is part of Berkeley 01 School District.
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