Edith L. Frierson Montessori vs St. James Santee Elementary-Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in South Carolina, United States, 76 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
St. James Santee Elementary-Middle
McClellanville · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
167 students
| Measure | Edith L. Frierson Montessori Wadmalaw Island, South Carolina | St. James Santee Elementary-Middle McClellanville, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #647 of 688 | #637 of 688 |
| National rank | #44269 of 50,301 | #43246 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 165 | 167 |
| Enrollment | 165 | 167 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 9.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 24.5% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 24.5% | 22% |
| city | Wadmalaw Island | McClellanville |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •St. James Santee Elementary-Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.6 vs 20.9).
- •Edith L. Frierson Montessori does better on math proficiency (24.5% vs 22%).
- •Edith L. Frierson Montessori does better on reading proficiency (24.5% vs 22%).
- •St. James Santee Elementary-Middle does better on students per teacher (9.3 vs 13.8).
- •St. James Santee Elementary-Middle is the larger school with 167 students compared with 165.
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 St. James Santee Elementary-Middle?
On the Success Index (US), St. James Santee Elementary-Middle ranks higher (22.6 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 St. James Santee Elementary-Middle?
About 76 km in a straight line, between Wadmalaw Island and McClellanville in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Edith L. Frierson Montessori: 165. St. James Santee Elementary-Middle: 167. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Edith L. Frierson Montessori and St. James Santee Elementary-Middle rank in South Carolina?
Edith L. Frierson Montessori is 647th of 688 and St. James Santee Elementary-Middle is 637th of 688 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).