Edith L. Frierson Montessori vs Jane Edwards Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in South Carolina, United States, 13 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Edith L. Frierson Montessori
Wadmalaw Island · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
165 students
Jane Edwards Elementary
Edisto Island · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
92 students
| Measure | Edith L. Frierson Montessori Wadmalaw Island, South Carolina | Jane Edwards Elementary Edisto Island, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #647 of 688 | #536 of 688 |
| National rank | #44269 of 50,301 | #35977 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 165 | 92 |
| Enrollment | 165 | 92 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 7.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 24.5% | 34.5% |
| Math proficiency | 24.5% | 34.5% |
| city | Wadmalaw Island | Edisto Island |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jane Edwards Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.9 vs 20.9).
- •Jane Edwards Elementary does better on math proficiency (34.5% vs 24.5%).
- •Jane Edwards Elementary does better on reading proficiency (34.5% vs 24.5%).
- •Jane Edwards Elementary does better on students per teacher (7.1 vs 13.8).
- •Edith L. Frierson Montessori is the larger school with 165 students compared with 92.
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 Edith L. Frierson Montessori better than Jane Edwards Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Jane Edwards Elementary ranks higher (33.9 vs 20.9 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 Edith L. Frierson Montessori and Jane Edwards Elementary?
About 13 km in a straight line, between Wadmalaw Island and Edisto Island in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Edith L. Frierson Montessori: 165. Jane Edwards Elementary: 92. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Edith L. Frierson Montessori and Jane Edwards Elementary rank in South Carolina?
Edith L. Frierson Montessori is 647th of 688 and Jane Edwards Elementary is 536th of 688 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).