Petersburg Primary serves 418 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Petersburg Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Petersburg Primary's student population of 418 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
418 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Together we can provide a safe, caring and academically challenging environment where all students can succeed!
School Rankings
The diversity score of Petersburg Primary is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
24%
15%
Black
40%
31%
White
23%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Chesterfield 01 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Petersburg Primary?
418 students attend Petersburg Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Petersburg Primary students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, and 13% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Petersburg Primary?
Petersburg Primary has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Petersburg Primary offer ?
Petersburg Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Petersburg Primary part of?
Petersburg Primary is part of Chesterfield 01 School District.
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