Serving 819 students in grades 6-8, Palmetto Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 41% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 819 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Palmetto Middle School's student population of 819 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
819 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Palmetto Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palmetto Middle School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#491 out of 1095 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
13%
12%
Black
6%
32%
White
77%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palmetto Middle School's ranking?
Palmetto Middle School is ranked #491 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Palmetto Middle School often compared to?
Palmetto Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Honea Path Middle School, Belton Middle School, Inman Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
How many students attend Palmetto Middle School?
819 students attend Palmetto Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Palmetto Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palmetto Middle School?
Palmetto Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Palmetto Middle School offer ?
Palmetto Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Palmetto Middle School part of?
Palmetto Middle School is part of Anderson 01 School District.
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