Serving 463 students in grades 6-12, Palmetto Scholars Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 463 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Palmetto Scholars Academy's student population of 463 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
463 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Palmetto Scholars Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palmetto Scholars Academy is 0.67, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#256 out of 1154 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
14%
14%
Black
23%
31%
White
51%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palmetto Scholars Academy's ranking?
Palmetto Scholars Academy is ranked #256 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% 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 84%.
How many students attend Palmetto Scholars Academy?
463 students attend Palmetto Scholars Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Palmetto Scholars Academy students are White, 23% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 5% 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 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Palmetto Scholars Academy offer ?
Palmetto Scholars Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Palmetto Scholars Academy part of?
Palmetto Scholars Academy is part of Sc Public Charter School District.
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