Serving 54 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Palmetto Youth Academy Charter ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 54 students
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palmetto Youth Academy Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Palmetto Youth Academy Charter's student population of 54 students has declined by 45% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
54 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (20-21)
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Palmetto Youth Academy Charter ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palmetto Youth Academy Charter is 0.04, 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
#1060 out of 1154 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
13%
Black
98%
31%
White
n/a
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palmetto Youth Academy Charter's ranking?
Palmetto Youth Academy Charter is ranked #1060 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Palmetto Youth Academy Charter?
54 students attend Palmetto Youth Academy Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Palmetto Youth Academy Charter students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Palmetto Youth Academy Charter offer ?
Palmetto Youth Academy Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Palmetto Youth Academy Charter part of?
Palmetto Youth Academy Charter is part of Florence 01 School District.
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