C. E. WILLIAMS MIDDLE SCHOOL FOR CREATIVE AND SCIENTIFIC ART
C. E. Williams Middle School for Creative and Scientific Art is a public middle school that is part of the Charleston 01 school district, located in Charleston, SC with about 664 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 40 teachers, C. E. Williams Middle School for Creative and Scientific Art 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.
C. E. Williams Middle School for Creative and Scientific Arts (CEW) is a magnet school located in Charleston, South Carolina, known for its specialized focus on integrating rigorous academic study with immersive arts and sciences programming. Serving students in grades 6 through 8, the school is designed to foster a "whole child" approach, encouraging students to explore their intellectual potential through creative expression, critical inquiry, and hands-on scientific experimentation. By blending traditional core curricula with elective pathways in the performing arts, visual arts, and STEM disciplines, the school aims to produce well-rounded, innovative thinkers prepared for high school and beyond.
The school is highly regarded for its commitment to a unique pedagogical model that bridges the gap between creative exploration and technical proficiency. Students at C. E. Williams benefit from a community-oriented environment that emphasizes collaboration, allowing them to engage in project-based learning that connects their classroom studies to real-world applications. With its dedicated faculty and focus on specialized talent development, the school remains a prominent choice for families in the Charleston County School District who are seeking a dynamic, interest-based middle school experience that prioritizes both academic achievement and artistic growth.
For more information, contact C. E. Williams Middle School for Creative and Scientific Art at (843) 763-1529 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Charleston, SC 29414
(843) 763-1529
C. E. WILLIAMS MIDDLE SCHOOL FOR CREATIVE AND SCIENTIFIC ART is a public school in Charleston, SC with about 664 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in South Carolina
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Magnet school:
- Yes
- District:
- Charleston 01
- Total Students:
- 664
- Teachers:
- 40.5
- 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:
- Supplemental 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 664 students
- White
- 47.9%
- Black or African American
- 38.3%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 6.0%
- Two or more races
- 5.1%
- Asian
- 2.1%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.6%
- Female
- 51.4%
- Male
- 48.6%
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.