Serving 165 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Edith L. Frierson Montessori ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 165 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edith L. Frierson Montessori ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Edith L. Frierson Montessori's student population of 165 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
165 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Edith L. Frierson Montessori ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edith L. Frierson Montessori is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#901 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
12%
15%
Black
27%
31%
White
49%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edith L. Frierson Montessori's ranking?
Edith L. Frierson Montessori is ranked #901 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Edith L. Frierson Montessori often compared to?
Edith L. Frierson Montessoriis often viewed alongside schools like Angel Oak Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Edith L. Frierson Montessori?
165 students attend Edith L. Frierson Montessori.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Edith L. Frierson Montessori students are White, 27% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edith L. Frierson Montessori?
Edith L. Frierson Montessori has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Edith L. Frierson Montessori offer ?
Edith L. Frierson Montessori offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Edith L. Frierson Montessori part of?
Edith L. Frierson Montessori is part of Charleston 01 School District.
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