Duncan Elementary School of the Arts vs James Byrnes Freshman Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Carolina, United States, 252 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Duncan Elementary School of the Arts
Duncan · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
670 students
James Byrnes Freshman Academy
Duncan · Public other · Grades 9–9
792 students
| Measure | Duncan Elementary School of the Arts Duncan, South Carolina | James Byrnes Freshman Academy Duncan, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #342 of 688 | – |
| National rank | #22621 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–9 |
| Students | 670 | 792 |
| Enrollment | 670 | 792 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.2 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 79% |
| Math proficiency | 46% | 89% |
| city | Duncan | Duncan |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James Byrnes Freshman Academy does better on math proficiency (89% vs 46%).
- •James Byrnes Freshman Academy does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 46%).
- •Duncan Elementary School of the Arts does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 15.5).
- •James Byrnes Freshman Academy is the larger school with 792 students compared with 670.
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 Duncan Elementary School of the Arts better than James Byrnes Freshman Academy?
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 Duncan Elementary School of the Arts and James Byrnes Freshman Academy?
About 252 m in a straight line, between Duncan and Duncan in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Duncan Elementary School of the Arts: 670. James Byrnes Freshman Academy: 792. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Duncan Elementary School of the Arts and James Byrnes Freshman Academy rank in South Carolina?
Duncan Elementary School of the Arts is 342nd of 688 and James Byrnes Freshman Academy is unranked among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).