Saluda Primary serves 471 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saluda Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Saluda Primary's student population of 471 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
471 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Saluda Primary is 0.61, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
54%
12%
Black
24%
32%
White
21%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Saluda Primary often compared to?
Saluda Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Hollywood Elementary School, Saluda Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Saluda Primary?
471 students attend Saluda Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Saluda Primary students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 21% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Saluda Primary?
Saluda Primary has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Saluda Primary offer ?
Saluda Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Saluda Primary part of?
Saluda Primary is part of Saluda 01 School District.
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