Bradley Elementary vs James Simons Montessori
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in South Carolina, United States, 167 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bradley Elementary
Columbia · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
392 students
James Simons Montessori
Charleston · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
392 students
| Measure | Bradley Elementary Columbia, South Carolina | James Simons Montessori Charleston, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #444 of 688 | #655 of 688 |
| National rank | #29371 of 50,301 | #44657 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 392 | 392 |
| Enrollment | 392 | 392 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 22% |
| city | Columbia | Charleston |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bradley Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.8 vs 20.3).
- •Bradley Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 22%).
- •Bradley Elementary does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 27%).
- •Bradley Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.9 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 Bradley Elementary better than James Simons Montessori?
On the Success Index (US), Bradley Elementary ranks higher (43.8 vs 20.3 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 Bradley Elementary and James Simons Montessori?
About 167 km in a straight line, between Columbia and Charleston in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bradley Elementary: 392. James Simons Montessori: 392. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bradley Elementary and James Simons Montessori rank in South Carolina?
Bradley Elementary is 444th of 688 and James Simons Montessori is 655th of 688 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).