Dr. Eugene Sires Elementary vs Joseph R. Pye Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in South Carolina, United States, 4.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dr. Eugene Sires Elementary
Summerville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
791 students
Joseph R. Pye Elementary
Ladson · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
775 students
| Measure | Dr. Eugene Sires Elementary Summerville, South Carolina | Joseph R. Pye Elementary Ladson, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #260 of 688 | #261 of 688 |
| National rank | #18389 of 50,301 | #18472 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 791 | 775 |
| Enrollment | 791 | 775 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 53% | 51% |
| city | Summerville | Ladson |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (59.7 vs 59.6).
- •Dr. Eugene Sires Elementary does better on math proficiency (53% vs 51%).
- •Joseph R. Pye Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 14.9).
- •Dr. Eugene Sires Elementary is the larger school with 791 students compared with 775.
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 Dr. Eugene Sires Elementary better than Joseph R. Pye Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Dr. Eugene Sires Elementary and Joseph R. Pye Elementary?
About 4.5 km in a straight line, between Summerville and Ladson in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dr. Eugene Sires Elementary: 791. Joseph R. Pye Elementary: 775. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dr. Eugene Sires Elementary and Joseph R. Pye Elementary rank in South Carolina?
Dr. Eugene Sires Elementary is 260th of 688 and Joseph R. Pye Elementary is 261st of 688 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).