Duncan Elementary School of the Arts vs Wellford Academy of Science and Technology
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in South Carolina, United States, 3.9 km 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
Wellford Academy of Science and Technology
Wellford · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
654 students
| Measure | Duncan Elementary School of the Arts Duncan, South Carolina | Wellford Academy of Science and Technology Wellford, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #342 of 688 | #413 of 688 |
| National rank | #22621 of 50,301 | #27265 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 670 | 654 |
| Enrollment | 670 | 654 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.2 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 46% | 42% |
| city | Duncan | Wellford |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Duncan Elementary School of the Arts scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.6 vs 46.9).
- •Duncan Elementary School of the Arts does better on math proficiency (46% vs 42%).
- •Duncan Elementary School of the Arts does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 42%).
- •Duncan Elementary School of the Arts does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 12.1).
- •Duncan Elementary School of the Arts is the larger school with 670 students compared with 654.
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 Wellford Academy of Science and Technology?
On the Success Index (US), Duncan Elementary School of the Arts ranks higher (53.6 vs 46.9 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 Wellford Academy of Science and Technology?
About 3.9 km in a straight line, between Duncan and Wellford in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Duncan Elementary School of the Arts: 670. Wellford Academy of Science and Technology: 654. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Duncan Elementary School of the Arts and Wellford Academy of Science and Technology rank in South Carolina?
Duncan Elementary School of the Arts is 342nd of 688 and Wellford Academy of Science and Technology is 413th of 688 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).