Congaree Elementary vs Herbert A. Wood Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in South Carolina, United States, 2.3 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
Herbert A. Wood Elementary
West Columbia · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
938 students
| Measure | Congaree Elementary West Columbia, South Carolina | Herbert A. Wood Elementary West Columbia, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #567 of 688 | #453 of 688 |
| National rank | #38536 of 50,301 | #30490 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 2–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 352 | 938 |
| Enrollment | 352 | 938 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 42% |
| city | West Columbia | West Columbia |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Herbert A. Wood Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.2 vs 30.0).
- •Herbert A. Wood Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 32%).
- •Herbert A. Wood Elementary does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 27%).
- •Congaree Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 13.4).
- •Herbert A. Wood Elementary is the larger school with 938 students compared with 352.
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 Herbert A. Wood Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Herbert A. Wood Elementary ranks higher (42.2 vs 30.0 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 Herbert A. Wood Elementary?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between West Columbia and West Columbia in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Congaree Elementary: 352. Herbert A. Wood Elementary: 938. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Congaree Elementary and Herbert A. Wood Elementary rank in South Carolina?
Congaree Elementary is 567th of 688 and Herbert A. Wood Elementary is 453rd of 688 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).