Daniel Island School

1,170 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 8th
School Overview
Daniel Island School is a highly regarded Pre-K through 8th-grade public school located in the master-planned community of Daniel Island in Charleston, South Carolina. As a part of the Charleston County School District, the school serves as a central hub for the local neighborhood, emphasizing a strong sense of community, parental involvement, and academic excellence. The school is known for its modern facilities and a curriculum that focuses on preparing students for high school success while fostering personal growth and critical thinking skills in its middle-level students.

Beyond academics, Daniel Island School places a significant emphasis on character development and student engagement through a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, arts, and clubs. Its location within a vibrant, walkable neighborhood allows for unique partnerships between the school and local residents, creating a supportive environment for students. Consistently recognized for high performance ratings within the state, the school remains a primary draw for families moving to the Daniel Island area due to its reputation for maintaining rigorous standards and a positive school climate.
1,170
Total Students
74.7
Full-Time Teachers
15.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Daniel Island School
Demographic Student Count
White1,024
Hispanic39
Black31
Asian28
Two or More48
  • White
    1,024 (87.5 %)
  • Two or More
    48 (4.1 %)
  • Hispanic
    39 (3.3 %)
  • Black
    31 (2.6 %)
  • Asian
    28 (2.4 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Berkeley 01
Phone: (843)471-2301
Grade Range: Pre-K - 8th
Total Students: 1,170
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 74.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 120
Grade 1 135
Grade 2 134
Grade 3 148
Grade 4 122
Grade 5 141
Grade 6 106
Grade 7 134
Grade 8 130

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Daniel Island School
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten120
Grade 1135
Grade 2134
Grade 3148
Grade 4122
Grade 5141
Grade 6106
Grade 7134
Grade 8130
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Daniel Island School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female54746.8%
Male62353.2%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)