Eagle Nest Elementary vs Fort Dorchester Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in South Carolina, United States, 3.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Eagle Nest Elementary
North Charleston · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
653 students
Fort Dorchester Elementary
Summerville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
801 students
| Measure | Eagle Nest Elementary North Charleston, South Carolina | Fort Dorchester Elementary Summerville, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #457 of 688 | #41 of 688 |
| National rank | #30864 of 50,301 | #4001 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 653 | 801 |
| Enrollment | 653 | 801 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 76% |
| city | North Charleston | Summerville |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fort Dorchester Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.8 vs 41.6).
- •Fort Dorchester Elementary does better on math proficiency (76% vs 42%).
- •Fort Dorchester Elementary does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 42%).
- •Fort Dorchester Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 14.5).
- •Fort Dorchester Elementary is the larger school with 801 students compared with 653.
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 Eagle Nest Elementary better than Fort Dorchester Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Fort Dorchester Elementary ranks higher (81.8 vs 41.6 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 Eagle Nest Elementary and Fort Dorchester Elementary?
About 3.3 km in a straight line, between North Charleston and Summerville in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Eagle Nest Elementary: 653. Fort Dorchester Elementary: 801. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Eagle Nest Elementary and Fort Dorchester Elementary rank in South Carolina?
Eagle Nest Elementary is 457th of 688 and Fort Dorchester Elementary is 41st of 688 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).