PEE DEE MATH SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY
Pee Dee Math Science and Technology Academy is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the SC Public Charter School District school district, located in Bishopville, SC with about 166 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. 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 13 teachers, Pee Dee Math Science and Technology Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.
Pee Dee Math, Science, and Technology Academy (PDMSTA) is a public charter school located in Bishopville, South Carolina, dedicated to providing a rigorous academic environment with a specialized focus on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) disciplines. Serving a diverse student population, the academy aims to cultivate critical thinking, analytical skills, and innovative problem-solving abilities by integrating hands-on learning experiences and project-based curricula into the traditional classroom setting. The school emphasizes preparing students for success in an increasingly competitive global economy by bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical, real-world application.
Beyond its academic focus, PDMSTA strives to create a supportive community culture that fosters student engagement and character development. By maintaining smaller class sizes and a structured pedagogical approach, the faculty works to ensure that students receive personalized attention tailored to their individual learning needs. The school serves as a vital educational resource for the Bishopville area, aiming to equip its students with the foundational skills and technological literacy necessary for advancement in higher education and future career pathways in the science and technology sectors.
For more information, contact Pee Dee Math Science and Technology Academy at (803) 428-8400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Bishopville, SC 29010
(803) 428-8400
PEE DEE MATH SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY is a public Title I Charter school in Bishopville, SC with about 166 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in South Carolina
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
-
Yes
SC Public Charter School District - District:
- SC Public Charter School District
- Total Students:
- 166
- Teachers:
- 13
- 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:
- Supplemental Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 166 students
- Black or African American
- 63.9%
- White
- 28.9%
- Two or more races
- 5.4%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 1.8%
- Female
- 46.4%
- Male
- 53.6%
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.