Congaree Elementary vs Pine Ridge Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Carolina, United States, 2.4 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
Pine Ridge Middle
West Columbia · Public middle · Grades 6–8
379 students
| Measure | Congaree Elementary West Columbia, South Carolina | Pine Ridge Middle West Columbia, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #567 of 688 | #206 of 248 |
| National rank | #38536 of 50,301 | #12719 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 2–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 352 | 379 |
| Enrollment | 352 | 379 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 21% |
| city | West Columbia | West Columbia |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Congaree Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.0 vs 25.8).
- •Congaree Elementary does better on math proficiency (32% vs 21%).
- •Pine Ridge Middle does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 12.6).
- •Pine Ridge Middle is the larger school with 379 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 Pine Ridge Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Congaree Elementary ranks higher (30.0 vs 25.8 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 Pine Ridge Middle?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between West Columbia and West Columbia in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Congaree Elementary: 352. Pine Ridge Middle: 379. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Congaree Elementary and Pine Ridge Middle rank in South Carolina?
Congaree Elementary is 567th of 688 and Pine Ridge Middle is 206th of 248 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).