Central Academy of the Arts vs Pendleton Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in South Carolina, United States, 9.0 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
Pendleton Elementary
Pendleton · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
547 students
| Measure | Central Academy of the Arts Central, South Carolina | Pendleton Elementary Pendleton, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #327 of 688 | #411 of 688 |
| National rank | #21638 of 50,301 | #27171 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 499 | 547 |
| Enrollment | 499 | 547 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 50% | 52% |
| city | Central | Pendleton |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Academy of the Arts scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.0 vs 47.0).
- •Pendleton Elementary does better on math proficiency (52% vs 50%).
- •Central Academy of the Arts does better on reading proficiency (51% vs 37%).
- •Pendleton Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 13.9).
- •Pendleton Elementary is the larger school with 547 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 Pendleton Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Central Academy of the Arts ranks higher (55.0 vs 47.0 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 Pendleton Elementary?
About 9.0 km in a straight line, between Central and Pendleton in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Academy of the Arts: 499. Pendleton Elementary: 547. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Academy of the Arts and Pendleton Elementary rank in South Carolina?
Central Academy of the Arts is 327th of 688 and Pendleton Elementary is 411th of 688 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).