Charleston Development Academy vs Compass Collegiate Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in South Carolina, United States, 12 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Charleston Development Academy
Charleston · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
151 students
Compass Collegiate Academy
N Charleston · Charter elementary · Grades K–4
155 students
| Measure | Charleston Development Academy Charleston, South Carolina | Compass Collegiate Academy N Charleston, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #526 of 688 | #336 of 688 |
| National rank | #35186 of 50,301 | #22207 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 151 | 155 |
| Enrollment | 151 | 155 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.8 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | – |
| Math proficiency | 32% | – |
| city | Charleston | N Charleston |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Compass Collegiate Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.2 vs 35.1).
- •Charleston Development Academy does better on students per teacher (10.8 vs 14.1).
- •Compass Collegiate Academy is the larger school with 155 students compared with 151.
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 Charleston Development Academy better than Compass Collegiate Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Compass Collegiate Academy ranks higher (54.2 vs 35.1 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 Charleston Development Academy and Compass Collegiate Academy?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Charleston and N Charleston in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Charleston Development Academy: 151. Compass Collegiate Academy: 155. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Charleston Development Academy and Compass Collegiate Academy rank in South Carolina?
Charleston Development Academy is 526th of 688 and Compass Collegiate Academy is 336th of 688 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).