Buford Elementary vs Clinton Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in South Carolina, United States, 13 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Buford Elementary
Lancaster · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
792 students
Clinton Elementary
Lancaster · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
412 students
| Measure | Buford Elementary Lancaster, South Carolina | Clinton Elementary Lancaster, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #147 of 688 | #663 of 688 |
| National rank | #11765 of 50,301 | #45435 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 792 | 412 |
| Enrollment | 792 | 412 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 16.9 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 16% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 14% |
| city | Lancaster | Lancaster |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Buford Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.3 vs 19.0).
- •Buford Elementary does better on math proficiency (77% vs 14%).
- •Buford Elementary does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 16%).
- •Clinton Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 16.9).
- •Buford Elementary is the larger school with 792 students compared with 412.
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 Buford Elementary better than Clinton Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Buford Elementary ranks higher (69.3 vs 19.0 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 Buford Elementary and Clinton Elementary?
About 13 km in a straight line, between Lancaster and Lancaster in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Buford Elementary: 792. Clinton Elementary: 412. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Buford Elementary and Clinton Elementary rank in South Carolina?
Buford Elementary is 147th of 688 and Clinton Elementary is 663rd of 688 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).