B. D. Lee Elementary vs Limestone-Central Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in South Carolina, United States, 3.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
B. D. Lee Elementary
Gaffney · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
603 students
Limestone-Central Elementary
Gaffney · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
436 students
| Measure | B. D. Lee Elementary Gaffney, South Carolina | Limestone-Central Elementary Gaffney, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #625 of 688 | #502 of 688 |
| National rank | #42730 of 50,301 | #33595 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 603 | 436 |
| Enrollment | 603 | 436 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 36% |
| city | Gaffney | Gaffney |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Limestone-Central Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.6 vs 23.3).
- •Limestone-Central Elementary does better on math proficiency (36% vs 32%).
- •Limestone-Central Elementary does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 27%).
- •Limestone-Central Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 15.5).
- •B. D. Lee Elementary is the larger school with 603 students compared with 436.
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 B. D. Lee Elementary better than Limestone-Central Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Limestone-Central Elementary ranks higher (37.6 vs 23.3 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 B. D. Lee Elementary and Limestone-Central Elementary?
About 3.3 km in a straight line, between Gaffney and Gaffney in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
B. D. Lee Elementary: 603. Limestone-Central Elementary: 436. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do B. D. Lee Elementary and Limestone-Central Elementary rank in South Carolina?
B. D. Lee Elementary is 625th of 688 and Limestone-Central Elementary is 502nd of 688 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).