Harbor View Elementary School (2026 List)

About Harbor View Elementary School

Harbor View Elementary School, located in Charleston, has approximately 600 students in Pre-K through 5th grade who are part of the Charleston County School District. The average student–teacher ratio is around 15:1. While Harbor View Elementary performs academically above average, the English and math achievement rates exceed-average results compared to many district percentages. The student demographic is predominantly white, which includes Hispanic, African American, and multiracial students representing Charleston's changing demographics. ,The area surrounding James Island has home values at about $520K–$600K, which generally determines where families with school-age children will choose to live. Most media sources identify Harbor View among the top elementary schools in the state of South Carolina, providing a nurturing culture and dedicated teachers with demonstrated academic performance across grade levels.

Contact Information

Address

1576 HARBOR VIEW RD CHARLESTON SC 29412

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Phone

(843) 762-2749

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Website

https://www.ccsdschools.com/

Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 46%

Reading 46%

State average proficiency is 46% in Math and 46% in Reading.

41

Full-time Teachers

15 : 1

Student-Teacher Ratio

662

Total Students

$66102

Avg. Teacher Salary

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School Ratings

Ranked

117

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.....

School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:25AM - 2:25PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:10 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 77.8%

Asian 1.7%

Hispanic 3.4%

Black 10.6%

Two+ Races 5.9%

Native Am. 0%

White

77.8%

Asian

1.7%

Hispanic

3.4%

Black

10.6%

Two+ Races

5.9%

Native Am.

0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 662

46.9%

310 Female

53.1%

352 Male

Student Population

662 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

622 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

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Harbor View Elementary offers the Kaleidoscope Afterschool Program for students in kindergarten through fifth grade. The program provides a safe and engaging environment for students to participate in academic support, enrichment activities, and recreational play.

FAQ

Q1. How do students at Harbor View Elementary learn outdoors?

The school has outdoor learning spaces that foster environmental education and exploration in hands-on learning.

Q2. Does Harbor View provide arts or music opportunities?

Yes, students participate in music, art, and performance experiences built into the curriculum.

Q3. How recognized is Harbor View academically?

The school consistently outperforms district averages in reading and math.

Q4. How does the school prepare students for the transition to middle school?

The teachers and counselors will prepare students through readiness programs focusing on organizational and social skills.

Q5. What traditions in the community does Harbor View participate in?

The school has events such as school carnivals, family nights, and festivals led by the Parent Teacher Association that cultivate community.

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

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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

SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

What Parents Say