Forestbrook Elementary vs Palmetto Academy of Learning and Success Charter
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in South Carolina, United States, 4.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Forestbrook Elementary
Myrtle Beach · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
930 students
Palmetto Academy of Learning and Success Charter
Myrtle Beach · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
320 students
| Measure | Forestbrook Elementary Myrtle Beach, South Carolina | Palmetto Academy of Learning and Success Charter Myrtle Beach, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #140 of 688 | #109 of 688 |
| National rank | #11231 of 50,301 | #8933 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 930 | 320 |
| Enrollment | 930 | 320 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 61% | 73% |
| Math proficiency | 71% | 59% |
| city | Myrtle Beach | Myrtle Beach |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Palmetto Academy of Learning and Success Charter scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.5 vs 70.1).
- •Forestbrook Elementary does better on math proficiency (71% vs 59%).
- •Palmetto Academy of Learning and Success Charter does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 61%).
- •Palmetto Academy of Learning and Success Charter does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 15.5).
- •Forestbrook Elementary is the larger school with 930 students compared with 320.
- •Forestbrook Elementary is a public school while Palmetto Academy of Learning and Success Charter is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Forestbrook Elementary better than Palmetto Academy of Learning and Success Charter?
On the Success Index (US), Palmetto Academy of Learning and Success Charter ranks higher (73.5 vs 70.1 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Forestbrook Elementary and Palmetto Academy of Learning and Success Charter?
About 4.9 km in a straight line, between Myrtle Beach and Myrtle Beach in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Forestbrook Elementary: 930. Palmetto Academy of Learning and Success Charter: 320. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Forestbrook Elementary and Palmetto Academy of Learning and Success Charter rank in South Carolina?
Forestbrook Elementary is 140th of 688 and Palmetto Academy of Learning and Success Charter is 109th of 688 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).