Serving 557 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Palmetto Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 557 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Palmetto Elementary School's student population of 557 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
557 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Palmetto Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palmetto Elementary School is 0.53, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#363 out of 1154 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
22%
14%
Black
6%
31%
White
65%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palmetto Elementary School's ranking?
Palmetto Elementary School is ranked #363 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Palmetto Elementary School often compared to?
Palmetto Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Grove Elementary School, Belton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Palmetto Elementary School?
557 students attend Palmetto Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Palmetto Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palmetto Elementary School?
Palmetto Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Palmetto Elementary School offer ?
Palmetto Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Palmetto Elementary School part of?
Palmetto Elementary School is part of Anderson 01 School District.
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