Dover Elementary vs South Kilbourne Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in South Carolina, United States, 42 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dover Elementary
North · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
237 students
South Kilbourne Elementary
Columbia · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
234 students
| Measure | Dover Elementary North, South Carolina | South Kilbourne Elementary Columbia, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #464 of 688 | #539 of 688 |
| National rank | #31315 of 50,301 | #36220 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 237 | 234 |
| Enrollment | 237 | 234 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 11.7 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 37% |
| Math proficiency | – | 27% |
| city | North | Columbia |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dover Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.9 vs 33.6).
- •South Kilbourne Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 15.8).
- •Dover Elementary is the larger school with 237 students compared with 234.
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 Dover Elementary better than South Kilbourne Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Dover Elementary ranks higher (40.9 vs 33.6 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 Dover Elementary and South Kilbourne Elementary?
About 42 km in a straight line, between North and Columbia in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dover Elementary: 237. South Kilbourne Elementary: 234. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dover Elementary and South Kilbourne Elementary rank in South Carolina?
Dover Elementary is 464th of 688 and South Kilbourne Elementary is 539th of 688 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).