Ballentine Elementary vs Lake Carolina Elementary Upper Campus
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in South Carolina, United States, 32 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ballentine Elementary
Irmo · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
523 students
Lake Carolina Elementary Upper Campus
Blythewood · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
523 students
| Measure | Ballentine Elementary Irmo, South Carolina | Lake Carolina Elementary Upper Campus Blythewood, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 25% | 78 Top 25% |
| State rank | #69 of 688 | #72 of 688 |
| National rank | #6121 of 50,301 | #6374 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 523 | 523 |
| Enrollment | 523 | 523 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 70% | 68% |
| Math proficiency | 66% | 72% |
| city | Irmo | Blythewood |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (78.0 vs 77.6).
- •Lake Carolina Elementary Upper Campus does better on math proficiency (72% vs 66%).
- •Ballentine Elementary does better on reading proficiency (70% vs 68%).
- •Ballentine Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 14.5).
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 Ballentine Elementary better than Lake Carolina Elementary Upper Campus?
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 Ballentine Elementary and Lake Carolina Elementary Upper Campus?
About 32 km in a straight line, between Irmo and Blythewood in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ballentine Elementary: 523. Lake Carolina Elementary Upper Campus: 523. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ballentine Elementary and Lake Carolina Elementary Upper Campus rank in South Carolina?
Ballentine Elementary is 69th of 688 and Lake Carolina Elementary Upper Campus is 72nd of 688 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).