Saluda Primary serves 474 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 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 474 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Attendance Zone: Saluda Primary serves the southwest part of Saluda, SC, covering an area of approximately 155.8 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 9.5 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 13.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Saluda Primary's student population of 474 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
474 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Saluda Primary is 0.57, which is less 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
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
60%
15%
Black
21%
31%
White
17%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.5%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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?
474 students attend Saluda Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Saluda Primary students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, and 2% 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Saluda Primary part of?
Saluda Primary is part of Saluda 01 School District.
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