Duncan Elementary School of the Arts vs James F. Byrnes High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Carolina, United States, 304 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 F. Byrnes High
Duncan · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,391 students
| Measure | Duncan Elementary School of the Arts Duncan, South Carolina | James F. Byrnes High Duncan, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #342 of 688 | #214 of 228 |
| National rank | #22621 of 50,301 | #14675 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 670 | 2,391 |
| Enrollment | 670 | 2,391 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.2 | 19.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 10% |
| Math proficiency | 46% | 37% |
| city | Duncan | Duncan |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Duncan Elementary School of the Arts scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.6 vs 23.5).
- •Duncan Elementary School of the Arts does better on math proficiency (46% vs 37%).
- •Duncan Elementary School of the Arts does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 10%).
- •Duncan Elementary School of the Arts does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 19.3).
- •James F. Byrnes High is the larger school with 2,391 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 F. Byrnes High?
On the Success Index (US), Duncan Elementary School of the Arts ranks higher (53.6 vs 23.5 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 Duncan Elementary School of the Arts and James F. Byrnes High?
About 304 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 F. Byrnes High: 2,391. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Duncan Elementary School of the Arts and James F. Byrnes High rank in South Carolina?
Duncan Elementary School of the Arts is 342nd of 688 and James F. Byrnes High is 214th of 228 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).