Palmetto Elementary School serves 317 students in grades 5-6.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 was higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 76% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
317 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
75%
31%
White
24%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Marion 10 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Palmetto Elementary School?
317 students attend Palmetto Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Palmetto Elementary School students are Black, 24% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palmetto Elementary School?
Palmetto Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Palmetto Elementary School offer ?
Palmetto Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Palmetto Elementary School part of?
Palmetto Elementary School is part of Marion 10 School District.
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