BERKELEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Berkeley Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Berkeley 01 school district, located in Moncks Corner, SC with about 674 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 2nd Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 42 teachers, Berkeley Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Berkeley Elementary School, located at 715 Highway 6 in Moncks Corner, South Carolina, is a public school serving the local community as part of the Berkeley County School District. Situated in a rapidly growing area of the Lowcountry, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with social-emotional development. It serves as a foundational pillar for young students in the region, focusing on building essential literacy and numeracy skills while preparing children for their future transitions into middle school.

The school is known for its commitment to student-centered learning and community engagement, often serving as a hub for local families. With a focus on creating a supportive atmosphere, Berkeley Elementary emphasizes the importance of inclusivity and collaboration among faculty, staff, parents, and students. By leveraging the resources of the Berkeley County district, the school works to provide a well-rounded educational experience that incorporates both traditional classroom instruction and modern learning initiatives to meet the diverse needs of its student population.

For more information, contact Berkeley Elementary at (843) 899-8860 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

715 Highway 6
Moncks Corner, SC 29461
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BERKELEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Moncks Corner, SC with about 674 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in South Carolina

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Berkeley 01
Total Students:
674
Teachers:
42
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
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 674 students

White
49.9%
Black or African American
37.7%
Hispanic/Latino
6.8%
Two or more races
4.9%
Asian
0.6%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%

Female
52.4%
Male
47.6%

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.