Serving 198 students in grades 2-8, Palmetto Achievement Center For Excellence Academy 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 6-9% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 2-8
- Enrollment: 198 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palmetto Achievement Center For Excellence Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Palmetto Achievement Center For Excellence Academy's student population of 198 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-8
Total Students
198 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Palmetto Achievement Center For Excellence Academy 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 Achievement Center For Excellence Academy is 0.60, 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
#1143 out of 1154 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
35%
31%
White
53%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palmetto Achievement Center For Excellence Academy's ranking?
Palmetto Achievement Center For Excellence Academy is ranked #1143 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Palmetto Achievement Center For Excellence Academy?
198 students attend Palmetto Achievement Center For Excellence Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Palmetto Achievement Center For Excellence Academy students are White, 35% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palmetto Achievement Center For Excellence Academy?
Palmetto Achievement Center For Excellence Academy has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Palmetto Achievement Center For Excellence Academy offer ?
Palmetto Achievement Center For Excellence Academy offers enrollment in grades 2-8
What school district is Palmetto Achievement Center For Excellence Academy part of?
Palmetto Achievement Center For Excellence Academy is part of Sc Public Charter School District.
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