MOSSY OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Mossy Oaks Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Beaufort 01 school district, located in Beaufort, SC with about 410 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 34 teachers, Mossy Oaks Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Mossy Oaks Elementary School, located in Beaufort, South Carolina, serves as a cornerstone of the local community, providing education for students in pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. Part of the Beaufort County School District, the school is known for its commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment that prioritizes both academic growth and social-emotional development. With a focus on preparing students for middle school and beyond, the faculty emphasizes core subjects while encouraging students to engage in critical thinking and collaborative problem-solving.
The school is well-regarded for its vibrant atmosphere and strong emphasis on community engagement. Mossy Oaks often integrates local culture and environmental awareness into its curriculum, utilizing the unique coastal setting of Beaufort to enhance hands-on learning experiences. By maintaining a balance between rigorous state standards and a nurturing approach to individual student needs, the school strives to create a foundation where children feel empowered to succeed both in the classroom and in their extracurricular pursuits.
For more information, contact Mossy Oaks Elementary at (843) 322-2900 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Beaufort, SC 29902
(843) 322-2900
MOSSY OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Beaufort, SC with about 410 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in South Carolina
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Beaufort 01
- Total Students:
- 410
- Teachers:
- 34
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 410 students
- White
- 42.7%
- Black or African American
- 39.0%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 10.5%
- Two or more races
- 5.6%
- Asian
- 2.0%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 46.8%
- Male
- 53.2%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.