Charleston Development Academy vs James Simons Montessori
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in South Carolina, United States, 1.3 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
James Simons Montessori
Charleston · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
392 students
| Measure | Charleston Development Academy Charleston, South Carolina | James Simons Montessori Charleston, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #526 of 688 | #655 of 688 |
| National rank | #35186 of 50,301 | #44657 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 151 | 392 |
| Enrollment | 151 | 392 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.8 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 22% |
| city | Charleston | Charleston |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Charleston Development Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.1 vs 20.3).
- •Charleston Development Academy does better on math proficiency (32% vs 22%).
- •Charleston Development Academy does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 27%).
- •Charleston Development Academy does better on students per teacher (10.8 vs 14.5).
- •James Simons Montessori is the larger school with 392 students compared with 151.
- •Charleston Development Academy is a charter school while James Simons Montessori is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 James Simons Montessori?
On the Success Index (US), Charleston Development Academy ranks higher (35.1 vs 20.3 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 James Simons Montessori?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Charleston and Charleston in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Charleston Development Academy: 151. James Simons Montessori: 392. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Charleston Development Academy and James Simons Montessori rank in South Carolina?
Charleston Development Academy is 526th of 688 and James Simons Montessori is 655th of 688 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).