Midland Park Primary vs Palmetto Scholars Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Carolina, United States, 4.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Midland Park Primary
North Charleston · Public elementary · Grades PK–K
357 students
Palmetto Scholars Academy
North Charleston · Charter high · Grades 6–12
507 students
| Measure | Midland Park Primary North Charleston, South Carolina | Palmetto Scholars Academy North Charleston, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 87 Top 5% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | #11 of 688 | #38 of 228 |
| National rank | #1645 of 50,301 | #1767 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–K | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 357 | 507 |
| Enrollment | 357 | 507 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.2 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 76% |
| Math proficiency | – | 70% |
| city | North Charleston | North Charleston |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Midland Park Primary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (87.0 vs 76.9).
- •Midland Park Primary does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 14.5).
- •Palmetto Scholars Academy is the larger school with 507 students compared with 357.
- •Midland Park Primary 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 Midland Park Primary better than Palmetto Scholars Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Midland Park Primary ranks higher (87.0 vs 76.9 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 Midland Park Primary and Palmetto Scholars Academy?
About 4.1 km in a straight line, between North Charleston and North Charleston in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Midland Park Primary: 357. Palmetto Scholars Academy: 507. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Midland Park Primary and Palmetto Scholars Academy rank in South Carolina?
Midland Park Primary is 11th of 688 and Palmetto Scholars Academy is 38th of 228 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).