For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 463 students in 29418, SC.
The top ranked public charter school in 29418, SC is Palmetto Scholars Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter school in zipcode 29418 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the South Carolina public charter school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 58% statewide average). Charter schools in 29418, SC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of South Carolina public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public charter school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 29418, SC Public Charter Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Palmetto Scholars Academy
Charter School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7499 Dorchester Road
North Charleston, SC 29418
(843) 300-4118
North Charleston, SC 29418
(843) 300-4118
Grades: 6-12
| 463 students
29418, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
7350 Cross County Road
North Charleston, SC 29418
(803) 625-4135
North Charleston, SC 29418
(803) 625-4135
Grades: K-5
| 84 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 29418, SC?
The top ranked public charter schools in 29418, SC include Palmetto Scholars Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 29418?
1 public charter schools are located in 29418.
What is the racial composition of students in 29418?
29418 public charter schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public charter schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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