Serving 690 students in grades 1-5, Pinehurst 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 15% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 690 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pinehurst Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Pinehurst Elementary School's student population of 690 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
690 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
School Rankings
Pinehurst 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 Pinehurst Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#1117 out of 1154 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
73%
14%
Black
18%
31%
White
5%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
5%
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 Pinehurst Elementary School's ranking?
Pinehurst Elementary School is ranked #1117 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Pinehurst Elementary School?
690 students attend Pinehurst Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Pinehurst Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pinehurst Elementary School?
Pinehurst Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pinehurst Elementary School offer ?
Pinehurst Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pinehurst Elementary School part of?
Pinehurst Elementary School is part of Charleston 01 School District.
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