Jerry Zucker Middle School of Science vs Palmetto Scholars Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Carolina, United States, 2.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jerry Zucker Middle School of Science
North Charleston · Public middle · Grades 6–8
513 students
Palmetto Scholars Academy
North Charleston · Charter high · Grades 6–12
507 students
| Measure | Jerry Zucker Middle School of Science North Charleston, South Carolina | Palmetto Scholars Academy North Charleston, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | #201 of 248 | #38 of 228 |
| National rank | #12569 of 15,369 | #1767 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 513 | 507 |
| Enrollment | 513 | 507 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 9.0 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 19% | 70% |
| city | North Charleston | North Charleston |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Palmetto Scholars Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.9 vs 26.6).
- •Palmetto Scholars Academy does better on math proficiency (70% vs 19%).
- •Palmetto Scholars Academy does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 22%).
- •Jerry Zucker Middle School of Science does better on students per teacher (9.0 vs 14.5).
- •Jerry Zucker Middle School of Science is the larger school with 513 students compared with 507.
- •Jerry Zucker Middle School of Science is a public school while Palmetto Scholars Academy 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 Jerry Zucker Middle School of Science better than Palmetto Scholars Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Palmetto Scholars Academy ranks higher (76.9 vs 26.6 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 Jerry Zucker Middle School of Science and Palmetto Scholars Academy?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between North Charleston and North Charleston in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jerry Zucker Middle School of Science: 513. Palmetto Scholars Academy: 507. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jerry Zucker Middle School of Science and Palmetto Scholars Academy rank in South Carolina?
Jerry Zucker Middle School of Science is 201st of 248 and Palmetto Scholars Academy is 38th of 228 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).