Broad River Elementary vs Joseph S. Shanklin Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in South Carolina, United States, 5.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Broad River Elementary
Beaufort · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
467 students
Joseph S. Shanklin Elementary
Beaufort · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
416 students
| Measure | Broad River Elementary Beaufort, South Carolina | Joseph S. Shanklin Elementary Beaufort, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #481 of 688 | #470 of 688 |
| National rank | #32314 of 50,301 | #31737 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 467 | 416 |
| Enrollment | 467 | 416 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.2 | 8.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 37% |
| city | Beaufort | Beaufort |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (39.4 vs 40.3).
- •Joseph S. Shanklin Elementary does better on math proficiency (37% vs 36%).
- •Broad River Elementary does better on reading proficiency (33% vs 32%).
- •Joseph S. Shanklin Elementary does better on students per teacher (8.9 vs 10.2).
- •Broad River Elementary is the larger school with 467 students compared with 416.
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 Broad River Elementary better than Joseph S. Shanklin 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 Broad River Elementary and Joseph S. Shanklin Elementary?
About 5.2 km in a straight line, between Beaufort and Beaufort in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Broad River Elementary: 467. Joseph S. Shanklin Elementary: 416. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Broad River Elementary and Joseph S. Shanklin Elementary rank in South Carolina?
Broad River Elementary is 481st of 688 and Joseph S. Shanklin Elementary is 470th of 688 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).