Ellen Woodside Elementary vs Fork Shoals School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in South Carolina, United States, 7.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ellen Woodside Elementary
Pelzer · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
1,071 students
Fork Shoals School
Pelzer · Public elementary · Grades K–5
747 students
| Measure | Ellen Woodside Elementary Pelzer, South Carolina | Fork Shoals School Pelzer, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #332 of 688 | #215 of 688 |
| National rank | #22008 of 50,301 | #15782 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,071 | 747 |
| Enrollment | 1,071 | 747 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 19.8 | 15.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 63% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 56% |
| city | Pelzer | Pelzer |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fork Shoals School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.5 vs 54.5).
- •Ellen Woodside Elementary does better on math proficiency (62% vs 56%).
- •Fork Shoals School does better on reading proficiency (63% vs 52%).
- •Fork Shoals School does better on students per teacher (15.6 vs 19.8).
- •Ellen Woodside Elementary is the larger school with 1,071 students compared with 747.
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 Ellen Woodside Elementary better than Fork Shoals School?
On the Success Index (US), Fork Shoals School ranks higher (63.5 vs 54.5 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 Ellen Woodside Elementary and Fork Shoals School?
About 7.9 km in a straight line, between Pelzer and Pelzer in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ellen Woodside Elementary: 1,071. Fork Shoals School: 747. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ellen Woodside Elementary and Fork Shoals School rank in South Carolina?
Ellen Woodside Elementary is 332nd of 688 and Fork Shoals School is 215th of 688 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).