Serving 471 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Malcolm C. Hursey 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 30-34% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Malcolm C. Hursey Montessori ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Malcolm C. Hursey Montessori's student population of 471 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
471 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1991
School Calendar
School Motto
Whatever It Takes
School Rankings
Malcolm C. Hursey 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 Malcolm C. Hursey Montessori is 0.68, which is more 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
#743 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
13%
15%
Black
34%
31%
White
43%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Malcolm C. Hursey Montessori's ranking?
Malcolm C. Hursey Montessori is ranked #743 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Malcolm C. Hursey Montessori often compared to?
Malcolm C. Hursey Montessoriis often viewed alongside schools like Orange Grove Charter School, A. C. Corcoran Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Malcolm C. Hursey Montessori?
471 students attend Malcolm C. Hursey Montessori.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Malcolm C. Hursey Montessori students are White, 34% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Malcolm C. Hursey Montessori?
Malcolm C. Hursey Montessori has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Malcolm C. Hursey Montessori offer ?
Malcolm C. Hursey Montessori offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Malcolm C. Hursey Montessori part of?
Malcolm C. Hursey Montessori is part of Charleston 01 School District.
In what neighborhood is Malcolm C. Hursey Montessori located?
Malcolm C. Hursey Montessori is located in the Park Circle neighborhood of North Charleston, SC. There are 2 other public schools located in Park Circle.
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