Alston Middle vs James H. Spann Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Carolina, United States, 2.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alston Middle
Summerville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
732 students
James H. Spann Elementary
Summerville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
577 students
| Measure | Alston Middle Summerville, South Carolina | James H. Spann Elementary Summerville, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #94 of 248 | #107 of 688 |
| National rank | #7862 of 15,369 | #8859 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 732 | 577 |
| Enrollment | 732 | 577 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 12.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 63% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 61% |
| city | Summerville | Summerville |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James H. Spann Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.6 vs 48.9).
- •James H. Spann Elementary does better on math proficiency (61% vs 37%).
- •James H. Spann Elementary does better on reading proficiency (63% vs 48%).
- •James H. Spann Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 13.3).
- •Alston Middle is the larger school with 732 students compared with 577.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Alston Middle better than James H. Spann Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), James H. Spann Elementary ranks higher (73.6 vs 48.9 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Alston Middle and James H. Spann Elementary?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Summerville and Summerville in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alston Middle: 732. James H. Spann Elementary: 577. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alston Middle and James H. Spann Elementary rank in South Carolina?
Alston Middle is 94th of 248 and James H. Spann Elementary is 107th of 688 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).