Congaree Elementary vs Springdale Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in South Carolina, United States, 6.0 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
Springdale Elementary
West Columbia · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
443 students
| Measure | Congaree Elementary West Columbia, South Carolina | Springdale Elementary West Columbia, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #567 of 688 | #305 of 688 |
| National rank | #38536 of 50,301 | #20715 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 2–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 352 | 443 |
| Enrollment | 352 | 443 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 56% |
| city | West Columbia | West Columbia |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Springdale Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.4 vs 30.0).
- •Springdale Elementary does better on math proficiency (56% vs 32%).
- •Springdale Elementary does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 27%).
- •Congaree Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 14.3).
- •Springdale Elementary is the larger school with 443 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 Springdale Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Springdale Elementary ranks higher (56.4 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 Springdale Elementary?
About 6.0 km in a straight line, between West Columbia and West Columbia in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Congaree Elementary: 352. Springdale Elementary: 443. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Congaree Elementary and Springdale Elementary rank in South Carolina?
Congaree Elementary is 567th of 688 and Springdale Elementary is 305th of 688 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).