Blaney Elementary vs Wateree Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in South Carolina, United States, 6.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Blaney Elementary
Elgin · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
750 students
Wateree Elementary
Lugoff · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
688 students
| Measure | Blaney Elementary Elgin, South Carolina | Wateree Elementary Lugoff, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #428 of 688 | #390 of 688 |
| National rank | #27946 of 50,301 | #26398 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 750 | 688 |
| Enrollment | 750 | 688 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 48% | 48% |
| city | Elgin | Lugoff |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wateree Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.2 vs 45.9).
- •Wateree Elementary does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 41%).
- •Blaney Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 15.3).
- •Blaney Elementary is the larger school with 750 students compared with 688.
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 Blaney Elementary better than Wateree Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Wateree Elementary ranks higher (48.2 vs 45.9 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 Blaney Elementary and Wateree Elementary?
About 6.5 km in a straight line, between Elgin and Lugoff in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Blaney Elementary: 750. Wateree Elementary: 688. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Blaney Elementary and Wateree Elementary rank in South Carolina?
Blaney Elementary is 428th of 688 and Wateree Elementary is 390th of 688 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).