Carolina Elementary vs Thornwell School for the Arts
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in South Carolina, United States, 865 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carolina Elementary
Hartsville · Public elementary · Grades 1–5
212 students
Thornwell School for the Arts
Hartsville · Public elementary · Grades 1–5
188 students
| Measure | Carolina Elementary Hartsville, South Carolina | Thornwell School for the Arts Hartsville, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 67 Top 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #173 of 688 | #630 of 688 |
| National rank | #13554 of 50,301 | #42980 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 1–5 | Grades 1–5 |
| Students | 212 | 188 |
| Enrollment | 212 | 188 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 9.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 22% |
| city | Hartsville | Hartsville |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Carolina Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.8 vs 23.0).
- •Carolina Elementary does better on math proficiency (67% vs 22%).
- •Carolina Elementary does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 22%).
- •Thornwell School for the Arts does better on students per teacher (9.9 vs 13.3).
- •Carolina Elementary is the larger school with 212 students compared with 188.
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 Carolina Elementary better than Thornwell School for the Arts?
On the Success Index (US), Carolina Elementary ranks higher (66.8 vs 23.0 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 Carolina Elementary and Thornwell School for the Arts?
About 865 m in a straight line, between Hartsville and Hartsville in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carolina Elementary: 212. Thornwell School for the Arts: 188. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carolina Elementary and Thornwell School for the Arts rank in South Carolina?
Carolina Elementary is 173rd of 688 and Thornwell School for the Arts is 630th of 688 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).