Dewey-Carter Elementary vs South Florence High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Carolina, United States, 4.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dewey-Carter Elementary
Effingham · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
606 students
South Florence High
Florence · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,580 students
| Measure | Dewey-Carter Elementary Effingham, South Carolina | South Florence High Florence, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 67 Top 25% |
| State rank | #530 of 688 | #104 of 228 |
| National rank | #35566 of 50,301 | #4098 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 606 | 1,580 |
| Enrollment | 606 | 1,580 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 74% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 51% |
| city | Effingham | Florence |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Florence High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.9 vs 34.5).
- •South Florence High does better on math proficiency (51% vs 41%).
- •South Florence High does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 31%).
- •Dewey-Carter Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 15.3).
- •South Florence High is the larger school with 1,580 students compared with 606.
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 Dewey-Carter Elementary better than South Florence High?
On the Success Index (US), South Florence High ranks higher (66.9 vs 34.5 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 Dewey-Carter Elementary and South Florence High?
About 4.9 km in a straight line, between Effingham and Florence in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dewey-Carter Elementary: 606. South Florence High: 1,580. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dewey-Carter Elementary and South Florence High rank in South Carolina?
Dewey-Carter Elementary is 530th of 688 and South Florence High is 104th of 228 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).