Arden Elementary vs Douglas Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in South Carolina, United States, 83 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arden Elementary
Columbia · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
216 students
Douglas Elementary
Trenton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
215 students
| Measure | Arden Elementary Columbia, South Carolina | Douglas Elementary Trenton, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #613 of 688 | #580 of 688 |
| National rank | #41561 of 50,301 | #39577 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 216 | 215 |
| Enrollment | 216 | 215 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.4 | 10.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 27% |
| city | Columbia | Trenton |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Douglas Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.4 vs 25.2).
- •Douglas Elementary does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 22%).
- •Douglas Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.2 vs 11.4).
- •Arden Elementary is the larger school with 216 students compared with 215.
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 Arden Elementary better than Douglas Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Douglas Elementary ranks higher (28.4 vs 25.2 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 Arden Elementary and Douglas Elementary?
About 83 km in a straight line, between Columbia and Trenton in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arden Elementary: 216. Douglas Elementary: 215. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arden Elementary and Douglas Elementary rank in South Carolina?
Arden Elementary is 613th of 688 and Douglas Elementary is 580th of 688 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).