Congaree Elementary vs Gordon Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in South Carolina, United States, 172 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Congaree Elementary
West Columbia · Public elementary · Grades 2–5
352 students
Gordon Elementary
Dillon · Public elementary · Grades 4–5
351 students
| Measure | Congaree Elementary West Columbia, South Carolina | Gordon Elementary Dillon, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #567 of 688 | #645 of 688 |
| National rank | #38536 of 50,301 | #44217 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 2–5 | Grades 4–5 |
| Students | 352 | 351 |
| Enrollment | 352 | 351 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 26% |
| city | West Columbia | Dillon |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Congaree Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.0 vs 21.0).
- •Congaree Elementary does better on math proficiency (32% vs 26%).
- •Gordon Elementary does better on reading proficiency (28% vs 27%).
- •Congaree Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 15.3).
- •Congaree Elementary is the larger school with 352 students compared with 351.
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 Congaree Elementary better than Gordon Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Congaree Elementary ranks higher (30.0 vs 21.0 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 Congaree Elementary and Gordon Elementary?
About 172 km in a straight line, between West Columbia and Dillon in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Congaree Elementary: 352. Gordon Elementary: 351. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Congaree Elementary and Gordon Elementary rank in South Carolina?
Congaree Elementary is 567th of 688 and Gordon Elementary is 645th of 688 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).