Petersburg Primary serves 418 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Attendance Zone: Petersburg Primary serves the northwest part of Pageland, SC, covering an area of approximately 112.1 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 7.1 miles and the furthest point located 9.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Petersburg Primary's student population of 418 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
418 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Together we can provide a safe, caring and academically challenging environment where all students can succeed!
School Rankings
The diversity score of Petersburg Primary is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
40%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
23%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.9%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Petersburg Primary?
418 students attend Petersburg Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Petersburg Primary students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, and 13% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Petersburg Primary?
Petersburg Primary has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Petersburg Primary offer ?
Petersburg Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Petersburg Primary part of?
Petersburg Primary is part of Chesterfield 01 School District.
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