Ellen Woodside Elementary vs Palmetto Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Carolina, United States, 8.4 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
Palmetto Middle
Williamston · Public middle · Grades 6–8
749 students
| Measure | Ellen Woodside Elementary Pelzer, South Carolina | Palmetto Middle Williamston, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #332 of 688 | #64 of 248 |
| National rank | #22008 of 50,301 | #6197 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,071 | 749 |
| Enrollment | 1,071 | 749 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 19.8 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 51% |
| city | Pelzer | Williamston |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Palmetto Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.7 vs 54.5).
- •Ellen Woodside Elementary does better on math proficiency (62% vs 51%).
- •Ellen Woodside Elementary does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 47%).
- •Palmetto Middle does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 19.8).
- •Ellen Woodside Elementary is the larger school with 1,071 students compared with 749.
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 Palmetto Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Palmetto Middle ranks higher (56.7 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 Palmetto Middle?
About 8.4 km in a straight line, between Pelzer and Williamston in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ellen Woodside Elementary: 1,071. Palmetto Middle: 749. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ellen Woodside Elementary and Palmetto Middle rank in South Carolina?
Ellen Woodside Elementary is 332nd of 688 and Palmetto Middle is 64th of 248 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).