ST. ANDREW'S SCHOOL OF MATH AND SCIENCE
St. Andrew's School of Math and Science is a public elementary school that is part of the Charleston 01 school district, located in Charleston, SC with about 807 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 49 teachers, St. Andrew's School of Math and Science 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.
St. Andrew's School of Math and Science (SASMS), located in the West Ashley area of Charleston, South Carolina, is a specialized magnet school serving students in grades PK–5. As part of the Charleston County School District, the school is recognized for its rigorous academic environment that places a primary emphasis on inquiry-based learning, particularly within the fields of mathematics, science, and technology. By integrating these core subjects into daily instruction, SASMS aims to cultivate critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and a lifelong curiosity in its students.
Beyond its academic focus, the school is known for fostering a supportive and collaborative community culture. It frequently utilizes hands-on learning experiences, such as school gardens and laboratory-based projects, to bridge the gap between classroom theory and real-world application. Because it operates as a magnet program, the school attracts families looking for an enriched curriculum that prepares young learners for advanced study, while maintaining a commitment to the diverse needs and development of the Charleston student body.
For more information, contact St. Andrew's School of Math and Science at (843) 763-1503 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 763-1503
ST. ANDREW'S SCHOOL OF MATH AND SCIENCE is a public school in Charleston, SC with about 807 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in South Carolina
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Magnet school:
- Yes
- District:
- Charleston 01
- Total Students:
- 807
- Teachers:
- 49
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I 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 807 students
- White
- 54.3%
- Black or African American
- 35.2%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 5.8%
- Two or more races
- 3.0%
- Asian
- 1.4%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.4%
- Female
- 45.5%
- Male
- 54.5%
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.