Central Academy of the Arts vs Clemson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in South Carolina, United States, 5.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Academy of the Arts
Central · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
499 students
Clemson Elementary
Clemson · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
794 students
| Measure | Central Academy of the Arts Central, South Carolina | Clemson Elementary Clemson, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #327 of 688 | #36 of 688 |
| National rank | #21638 of 50,301 | #3681 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 499 | 794 |
| Enrollment | 499 | 794 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 73% |
| Math proficiency | 50% | 80% |
| city | Central | Clemson |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Clemson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.4 vs 55.0).
- •Clemson Elementary does better on math proficiency (80% vs 50%).
- •Clemson Elementary does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 51%).
- •Central Academy of the Arts does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 14.7).
- •Clemson Elementary is the larger school with 794 students compared with 499.
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 Central Academy of the Arts better than Clemson Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Clemson Elementary ranks higher (82.4 vs 55.0 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 Central Academy of the Arts and Clemson Elementary?
About 5.6 km in a straight line, between Central and Clemson in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Academy of the Arts: 499. Clemson Elementary: 794. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Academy of the Arts and Clemson Elementary rank in South Carolina?
Central Academy of the Arts is 327th of 688 and Clemson Elementary is 36th of 688 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).