SULLIVAN'S ISLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Sullivan's Island Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Charleston 01 school district, located in Sullivan's Island, SC with about 486 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 36 teachers, Sullivan's Island Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Sullivan’s Island Elementary is a highly regarded public school located in the charming coastal community of Sullivan’s Island, South Carolina. Serving students in grades PK–5, the school is part of the Charleston County School District and is widely recognized for its strong academic performance and close-knit, family-oriented atmosphere. Its location just blocks from the Atlantic Ocean plays a significant role in the school's culture, often integrating environmental stewardship and outdoor learning into the student experience.

The school is well-known for its active parent community and its commitment to fostering a supportive environment that emphasizes both rigorous academics and character development. Because of its unique setting and reputation, Sullivan’s Island Elementary consistently maintains high ratings from parents and educational organizations alike. It serves as a central hub for the island’s community, blending traditional instructional excellence with a focus on creativity, community engagement, and the specific needs of its diverse student body.

For more information, contact Sullivan's Island Elementary at (843) 883-3118 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2015 I'On Avenue
Sullivan's Island, SC 29482
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SULLIVAN'S ISLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Sullivan's Island, SC with about 486 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in South Carolina

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Magnet school:
Yes
District:
Charleston 01
Total Students:
486
Teachers:
36.3
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
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th 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 486 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending SULLIVAN'S ISLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 95% of the student body.

White
94.7%
Two or more races
2.5%
Hispanic/Latino
1.4%
Asian
1.4%

Female
44.0%
Male
56.0%

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.