Serving 491 students in grades 6-12, Palmetto Scholars Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 491 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palmetto Scholars Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Palmetto Scholars Academy's student population of 491 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
491 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Palmetto Scholars Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palmetto Scholars Academy is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#161 out of 1095 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
2%
Hispanic
9%
12%
Black
20%
32%
White
59%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palmetto Scholars Academy's ranking?
Palmetto Scholars Academy is ranked #161 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palmetto Scholars Academy?
The graduation rate of Palmetto Scholars Academy is 95%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Palmetto Scholars Academy?
491 students attend Palmetto Scholars Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Palmetto Scholars Academy students are White, 20% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palmetto Scholars Academy?
Palmetto Scholars Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Palmetto Scholars Academy offer ?
Palmetto Scholars Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Palmetto Scholars Academy part of?
Palmetto Scholars Academy is part of Sc Public Charter School District.
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