Drayton Hall Elementary School

3138 ASHLEY RIVER RD CHARLESTON SC 29414

About Drayton Hall Elementary School

Drayton Hall Elementary School located in Charleston, serves approximately 700 pre-K to 5th-grade students within the Charleston County School District. The school has a student–teacher ratio of approximately 16:1. The academic performance of students is very good, with reading and math scores at or above the state average, indicating effective instruction in the classroom. The student population is predominantly white students with representation of African American students, Hispanic students, and students identifying as multiracial, providing a degree of diversity. Drayton Hall is located in West Ashley, where home prices for the surrounding neighborhoods feature home median prices between $420K and $550K. The community-based approach, qualified staff, and steady academic performance have earned Drayton Hall recognition as one of the best elementary schools in South Carolina.

Contact Information

Address

3138 ASHLEY RIVER RD CHARLESTON SC 29414

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Phone

(843) 852-0678

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 48%
Reading 48%
State average proficiency is 48% in Math and 48% in Reading.
40
Full-time Teachers
16 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
655
Total Students
$66102
Avg. Teacher Salary

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School Ratings

Ranked

91

of 161 in South Carolina

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:00AM - 4:00PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:45 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 69.3%
Asian 3.6%
Hispanic 7%
Black 13%
Two+ Races 6.8%
Native Am. 0%
White
69.3%
Asian
3.6%
Hispanic
7%
Black
13%
Two+ Races
6.8%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 655
48.9%
320 Female
51.1%
335 Male

Student Population

655 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

600 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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The school has a stated philosophy of promoting health and wellness for students and staff through social, emotional, and physical programs.

FAQ

Q1. What are the academic programs at Drayton Hall focused on?

The programs support literacy, math readiness, and integration of the arts in every grade level.

Q2. Does the school have any after school activities?

Yes, the enrichment offerings include sports, the arts, and clubs focusing on STEM.

Q3. How does Drayton Hall encourage literacy?

Guided reading programs, book fairs, and reading partnerships with families support literacy.

Q4. What is unique about the staff at Drayton Hall?

Our professional educators utilize creative methods of teaching and collaborate with families.

Q5. Are there leadership opportunities for students?

Yes, there are leadership and responsibility opportunities through programs like Student Council.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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