Jennie Moore Elementary

2725 Bulrush Basket Lane
Mt. Pleasant, SC 29466

1,004 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Jennie Moore Elementary School, located in the Park West community of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, is a prominent public school serving the Charleston County School District. As a leader in specialized education, the school is widely recognized for its Creative Arts magnet program, which integrates music, dance, visual arts, and drama into the daily curriculum. This unique approach allows students to explore their creative potential while meeting rigorous academic standards in core subjects.

Beyond its arts-focused mission, Jennie Moore Elementary is known for its modern facility and commitment to fostering a collaborative, inclusive environment. The school prioritizes hands-on learning, character development, and strong community involvement, supported by an active PTA and dedicated faculty. By blending a high-quality academic foundation with the expressive opportunities of the arts, the school strives to cultivate well-rounded students who are prepared for the transition to middle school and beyond.

1,004

Total Students

63.0

Full-Time Teachers

15.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Jennie Moore Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	782
Hispanic	39
Black	114
Asian	29
Two or More	38
Pacific Islander	2

White
782 (77.9 %)
Black
114 (11.4 %)
Hispanic
39 (3.9 %)
Two or More
38 (3.8 %)
Asian
29 (2.9 %)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.2 %)

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:	Charleston 01
Phone:	(843)849-2815
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	1,004
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	63.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.9
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	0
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 49

Kindergarten 142

Grade 1 155

Grade 2 167

Grade 3 159

Grade 4 153

Grade 5 179