Overview

James B. Edwards Elementary School is a magnet school in Mount Pleasant, SC, offering a Gifted & Talented program and 6 sports. It is one of 55 elementary schools in Charleston 01 School District.

School Rating

James B. Edwards Elementary School is performing above average compared to public and charter schools in South Carolina with the same grade levels.
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Courses & Programs

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About the School

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Neighborhood

885 Von Kolnitz Road
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
School leader: Ashley Dorsey
(843) 849-2805
(843) 849-2892
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