Serving 507 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 46% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). 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 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 507 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (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
Diversity
School Overview
Palmetto Scholars Academy's student population of 507 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
507 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Palmetto Scholars Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palmetto Scholars Academy is 0.69, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#325 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
2%
Hispanic
13%
15%
Black
26%
31%
White
47%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palmetto Scholars Academy's ranking?
Palmetto Scholars Academy is ranked #325 out of 1,118 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?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% 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?
507 students attend Palmetto Scholars Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Palmetto Scholars Academy students are White, 26% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 6% 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 14:1, which is equal to 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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