Palmetto Scholars Academy vs Pepperhill Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Carolina, United States, 4.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Palmetto Scholars Academy
North Charleston · Charter high · Grades 6–12
507 students
Pepperhill Elementary
North Charleston · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
453 students
| Measure | Palmetto Scholars Academy North Charleston, South Carolina | Pepperhill Elementary North Charleston, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #38 of 228 | #679 of 688 |
| National rank | #1767 of 16,910 | #46931 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 507 | 453 |
| Enrollment | 507 | 453 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 76% | 15% |
| Math proficiency | 70% | 17% |
| 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 16.4).
- •Palmetto Scholars Academy does better on math proficiency (70% vs 17%).
- •Palmetto Scholars Academy does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 15%).
- •Pepperhill Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 14.5).
- •Palmetto Scholars Academy is the larger school with 507 students compared with 453.
- •Palmetto Scholars Academy is a charter school while Pepperhill Elementary is a public 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 Palmetto Scholars Academy better than Pepperhill Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Palmetto Scholars Academy ranks higher (76.9 vs 16.4 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 Palmetto Scholars Academy and Pepperhill Elementary?
About 4.2 km in a straight line, between North Charleston and North Charleston in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Palmetto Scholars Academy: 507. Pepperhill Elementary: 453. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Palmetto Scholars Academy and Pepperhill Elementary rank in South Carolina?
Palmetto Scholars Academy is 38th of 228 and Pepperhill Elementary is 679th of 688 among high schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).