East Point Academy vs Saluda River Academy for the Arts
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in South Carolina, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
East Point Academy
1043 Chris Drive · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
724 students
Saluda River Academy for the Arts
West Columbia · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
400 students
| Measure | East Point Academy 1043 Chris Drive, South Carolina | Saluda River Academy for the Arts West Columbia, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 64 Top 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #214 of 688 | #431 of 688 |
| National rank | #15778 of 50,301 | #28344 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 724 | 400 |
| Enrollment | 724 | 400 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 47% |
| city | 1043 Chris Drive | West Columbia |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •East Point Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.5 vs 45.4).
- •East Point Academy does better on math proficiency (51% vs 47%).
- •East Point Academy does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 37%).
- •Saluda River Academy for the Arts does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 13.2).
- •East Point Academy is the larger school with 724 students compared with 400.
- •East Point Academy is a charter school while Saluda River Academy for the Arts is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 East Point Academy better than Saluda River Academy for the Arts?
On the Success Index (US), East Point Academy ranks higher (63.5 vs 45.4 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 East Point Academy and Saluda River Academy for the Arts?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between 1043 Chris Drive and West Columbia in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
East Point Academy: 724. Saluda River Academy for the Arts: 400. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do East Point Academy and Saluda River Academy for the Arts rank in South Carolina?
East Point Academy is 214th of 688 and Saluda River Academy for the Arts is 431st of 688 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).