Broad River Elementary vs Lowcountry Montessori School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Carolina, United States, 5.3 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
Lowcountry Montessori School
Beaufort · Charter other · Grades PK–12
408 students
| Measure | Broad River Elementary Beaufort, South Carolina | Lowcountry Montessori School Beaufort, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #481 of 688 | – |
| National rank | #32314 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–12 |
| Students | 467 | 408 |
| Enrollment | 467 | 408 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.2 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 22% |
| city | Beaufort | Beaufort |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Broad River Elementary does better on math proficiency (36% vs 22%).
- •Lowcountry Montessori School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 33%).
- •Broad River Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.2 vs 14.6).
- •Broad River Elementary is the larger school with 467 students compared with 408.
- •Broad River Elementary is a public school while Lowcountry Montessori School is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Lowcountry Montessori School?
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 Lowcountry Montessori School?
About 5.3 km in a straight line, between Beaufort and Beaufort in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Broad River Elementary: 467. Lowcountry Montessori School: 408. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Broad River Elementary and Lowcountry Montessori School rank in South Carolina?
Broad River Elementary is 481st of 688 and Lowcountry Montessori School is unranked among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).