Chicora Elementary vs Malcolm C. Hursey Montessori
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in South Carolina, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chicora Elementary
North Charleston · Public elementary · Grades 1–5
316 students
Malcolm C. Hursey Montessori
North Charleston · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
471 students
| Measure | Chicora Elementary North Charleston, South Carolina | Malcolm C. Hursey Montessori North Charleston, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #650 of 688 | #490 of 688 |
| National rank | #44442 of 50,301 | #32898 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 1–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 316 | 471 |
| Enrollment | 316 | 471 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 9.6 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 7.5% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 32% |
| city | North Charleston | North Charleston |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Malcolm C. Hursey Montessori scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.6 vs 20.6).
- •Malcolm C. Hursey Montessori does better on math proficiency (32% vs 12%).
- •Malcolm C. Hursey Montessori does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 7.5%).
- •Chicora Elementary does better on students per teacher (9.6 vs 13.1).
- •Malcolm C. Hursey Montessori is the larger school with 471 students compared with 316.
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 Chicora Elementary better than Malcolm C. Hursey Montessori?
On the Success Index (US), Malcolm C. Hursey Montessori ranks higher (38.6 vs 20.6 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 Chicora Elementary and Malcolm C. Hursey Montessori?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between North Charleston and North Charleston in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chicora Elementary: 316. Malcolm C. Hursey Montessori: 471. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chicora Elementary and Malcolm C. Hursey Montessori rank in South Carolina?
Chicora Elementary is 650th of 688 and Malcolm C. Hursey Montessori is 490th of 688 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).