Arden Elementary vs Edward E. Taylor Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in South Carolina, United States, 4.2 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
Edward E. Taylor Elementary
Columbia · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
217 students
| Measure | Arden Elementary Columbia, South Carolina | Edward E. Taylor Elementary Columbia, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #613 of 688 | #615 of 688 |
| National rank | #41561 of 50,301 | #41820 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 216 | 217 |
| Enrollment | 216 | 217 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.4 | 11.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 22% |
| city | Columbia | Columbia |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (25.2 vs 24.8).
- •Arden Elementary does better on math proficiency (27% vs 22%).
- •Edward E. Taylor Elementary does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 22%).
- •Edward E. Taylor Elementary is the larger school with 217 students compared with 216.
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 Edward E. Taylor Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Arden Elementary and Edward E. Taylor Elementary?
About 4.2 km in a straight line, between Columbia and Columbia in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arden Elementary: 216. Edward E. Taylor Elementary: 217. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arden Elementary and Edward E. Taylor Elementary rank in South Carolina?
Arden Elementary is 613th of 688 and Edward E. Taylor Elementary is 615th of 688 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).