PALMETTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Palmetto Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Anderson 01 school district, located in Williamston, SC with about 598 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 43 teachers, Palmetto Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Palmetto Elementary School, located at 1 Roberts Boulevard in Williamston, South Carolina, is a key component of the Anderson School District One community. Serving students in the elementary grades, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging academic environment that focuses on foundational learning and personal growth. It is known for its commitment to high educational standards and its active involvement in the local Williamston community, aiming to prepare students for success in their future academic endeavors.

The school environment at Palmetto Elementary emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience that balances rigorous classroom instruction with social-emotional development. By leveraging a dedicated faculty and staff, the school works to provide a safe, inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to reach their full potential. As part of a highly-regarded district, Palmetto Elementary benefits from community support and resources that aim to ensure each student has access to the tools and guidance necessary for early childhood and elementary academic achievement.

For more information, contact Palmetto Elementary at (864) 847-5442 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1 Roberts Boulevard
Williamston, SC 29697
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PALMETTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Williamston, SC with about 598 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in South Carolina

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Anderson 01
Total Students:
598
Teachers:
43.5
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 598 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending PALMETTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 70% of the student body.

White
70.4%
Hispanic/Latino
15.2%
Black or African American
7.5%
Two or more races
5.4%
Asian
1.0%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.5%

Female
50.8%
Male
49.2%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.