Congaree Elementary vs J. C. Lynch Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in South Carolina, United States, 127 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
J. C. Lynch Elementary
Coward · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
353 students
| Measure | Congaree Elementary West Columbia, South Carolina | J. C. Lynch Elementary Coward, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #567 of 688 | #516 of 688 |
| National rank | #38536 of 50,301 | #34689 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 2–5 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 352 | 353 |
| Enrollment | 352 | 353 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 33% |
| city | West Columbia | Coward |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •J. C. Lynch Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.9 vs 30.0).
- •J. C. Lynch Elementary does better on math proficiency (33% vs 32%).
- •J. C. Lynch Elementary does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 27%).
- •Congaree Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 13.1).
- •J. C. Lynch Elementary is the larger school with 353 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 J. C. Lynch Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), J. C. Lynch Elementary ranks higher (35.9 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 J. C. Lynch Elementary?
About 127 km in a straight line, between West Columbia and Coward in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Congaree Elementary: 352. J. C. Lynch Elementary: 353. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Congaree Elementary and J. C. Lynch Elementary rank in South Carolina?
Congaree Elementary is 567th of 688 and J. C. Lynch Elementary is 516th of 688 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).