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PSA Ranked #1 Charter School in S.C.
Palmetto Scholars Academy is proud to announce that US News and World Report has ranked our high school #1 among all Charter High Schools in South Carolina and #4 among all high schools in the state!
The US News and World Report evaluated nearly 17,660 schools nationwide on six essential factors, including their performance on state assessments and their ability to prepare students for college. This accolade is a tremendous testament to PSA's commitment to academic excellence and student success. Palmetto Scholars Academy continues to set the standard for excellence in education, offering a rigorous curriculum, a supportive learning environment, and opportunities for students to thrive both inside and outside the classroom.
Mission & Philosophy
Palmetto Scholars Academy (PSA) is a public charter school designed to discover, nurture, and optimize the full potential of intellectually gifted 6th-12th grade students.
Located in North Charleston, SC, Palmetto Scholars Academy is a Charter day school for gifted students. Students benefit from a challenging academic program, fine and performing arts, competitive athletics, and a wide selection of extracurricular activities.
News & Announcements
![2024-25 PSA Student/Parent Handbook]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1713803309/psaschoolorg/fg91itxluzwyl1t1gstx/letterhead.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1713803309/psaschoolorg/fg91itxluzwyl1t1gstx/letterhead.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1713803309/psaschoolorg/fg91itxluzwyl1t1gstx/letterhead.png","width":639}])
Click to link to the 2024-25 PSA Student/Parent Handbook.
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