Eastside Elementary vs Thornwell Charter School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Carolina, United States, 2.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Eastside Elementary
Clinton · Public elementary · Grades K–5
462 students
Thornwell Charter School
Clinton · Charter other · Grades K–12
525 students
| Measure | Eastside Elementary Clinton, South Carolina | Thornwell Charter School Clinton, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #570 of 688 | – |
| National rank | #38749 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 462 | 525 |
| Enrollment | 462 | 525 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | – |
| Math proficiency | 37% | – |
| city | Clinton | Clinton |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thornwell Charter School does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 14.9).
- •Thornwell Charter School is the larger school with 525 students compared with 462.
- •Eastside Elementary is a public school while Thornwell Charter School is a charter 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 Eastside Elementary better than Thornwell Charter School?
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 Eastside Elementary and Thornwell Charter School?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Clinton and Clinton in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Eastside Elementary: 462. Thornwell Charter School: 525. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Eastside Elementary and Thornwell Charter School rank in South Carolina?
Eastside Elementary is 570th of 688 and Thornwell Charter School is unranked among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).