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Daniel Island School

2365 Daniel Island Drive
Charleston, SC 29492
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 1,170 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Daniel Island School ranks in the top 10% 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 75% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (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 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 1,170 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 12%
  • : Top 10% in SC
  • : 75% (Top 10%)
  • : 83% (Top 10%)
  • : 78% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class="so-dt-title" id="top-rankings">Top Rankings

Daniel Island School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:

<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview
Daniel Island School's student population of 1,170 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,170 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
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<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings
Daniel Island School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Daniel Island School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (SC)
#65 out of 1154 schools
(Top 10%)
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75%
41%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Daniel Island School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in South Carolina by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
83%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Daniel Island School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of South Carolina by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
78%
50%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Daniel Island School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in South Carolina by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
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Hispanic
3%
13%
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Black
3%
31%
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White
88%
48%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in South Carolina.
0.22
This chart displays the diversity score of Daniel Island School and the public school average diversity score of South Carolina by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
67%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Daniel Island School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in South Carolina by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What is Daniel Island School's ranking?
Daniel Island School is ranked #65 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Daniel Island School often compared to?
Daniel Island Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Philip Simmons Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Daniel Island School?
1,170 students attend Daniel Island School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Daniel Island School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Daniel Island School?
Daniel Island School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Daniel Island School offer ?
Daniel Island School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Daniel Island School part of?
Daniel Island School is part of Berkeley 01 School District.

School Reviews
2   3/30/2020
Bullying is an issue. I have two children that witness bullying on a daily basis. We are not new to the school but we haven't been around the other families since Pre K which is apparently part of the issue. There is a tight knit clique bond with some entitled bullying kids. We have lived in several nice places and never experienced bullying. I'm a little shaken from what I've heard and witnessed when I bring up the subject with administration. Very disappointed.
- Posted by Parent - Lisa
3   1/29/2020
ex student got bullied a lot, and the staff did nothing about it.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - kk
5   1/29/2020
A great school. The teachers are very good at communicating with the parents. My 3 children love the school and Daniel Island is truly a beautiful town where you enjoy a great outdoor lifestyle!! We left Connecticut 6 years ago and never looked back!!!
- Posted by Parent - Kelly Davis
5   9/9/2019
Daniel Island school is exceptional. My 3 children go here and love it. The teachers are easy to contact and are very helpful. They have had no issue with any bullying or making alot of new friends. I am so glad they are attending such a great school.
- Posted by Parent - Joyce
1   8/26/2019
This school aware of bullying and doesn't do anything and blames it on the victim. They don't do anything, the staff does not care to Flips about the students.
- Posted by Parent - Leah
5   4/14/2018
This school is stunning and everything is perfect. The above comment is total nonsense as Daniel Island is very friendly and people get along quite nice.
- Posted by Parent - Macy
2   1/3/2011
The school is real nice but they have a problem with some of the girls bullying. My daughter went through two years of pure misery and the administration only talked to the girls and would not grant my request to move my child to another class. Had enough and we moved to Moultrie Middle School district. Best decision as my child is thriving. Speak to people about this school(there is a bully problem). My child was not the first and will not be the last. Save your money and move to Mount Pleasant.
- Posted by Parent - redst

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 1,170 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 12%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 75% (Top 10%)
  • : 83% (Top 10%)
  • : 78% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education

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