Serving 162 students in grades 9-12, Palmetto Academy Of Learning Motorsports (Palm) ranks in the top 30% 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 50-59% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 162 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palmetto Academy Of Learning Motorsports (Palm) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Palmetto Academy Of Learning Motorsports (Palm)'s student population of 162 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
162 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Palmetto Academy Of Learning Motorsports (Palm) ranks within the top 30% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palmetto Academy Of Learning Motorsports (Palm) is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#240 out of 1154 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
10%
13%
Black
4%
31%
White
83%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palmetto Academy Of Learning Motorsports (Palm)'s ranking?
Palmetto Academy Of Learning Motorsports (Palm) is ranked #240 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Palmetto Academy Of Learning Motorsports (Palm) often compared to?
Palmetto Academy Of Learning Motorsports (Palm)is often viewed alongside schools like St. James High School, Socastee High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palmetto Academy Of Learning Motorsports (Palm)?
The graduation rate of Palmetto Academy Of Learning Motorsports (Palm) is 80-84%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Palmetto Academy Of Learning Motorsports (Palm)?
162 students attend Palmetto Academy Of Learning Motorsports (Palm).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Palmetto Academy Of Learning Motorsports (Palm) students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palmetto Academy Of Learning Motorsports (Palm)?
Palmetto Academy Of Learning Motorsports (Palm) has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Palmetto Academy Of Learning Motorsports (Palm) offer ?
Palmetto Academy Of Learning Motorsports (Palm) offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Palmetto Academy Of Learning Motorsports (Palm) part of?
Palmetto Academy Of Learning Motorsports (Palm) is part of Horry 01 School District.
School Reviews
5 7/21/2020
I think this is a great School my son loves it!! The teachers are great my son likes all his teachers and the teachers actually teach the students about life; they aren't there to indoctrinate our children and turn them into little SJW, socialist's which happens to be very rare this day's I would highly recommend this school to any Parent!! And a shout out to Mr. Avery the palm School Principal Keep up the good work you have a great thing going here !! Have a wonderful 2020 School year !!!
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