Fair-Oak Elementary vs Independence Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in South Carolina, United States, 190 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fair-Oak Elementary
Westminster · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
583 students
Independence Elementary
Rock Hill · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
583 students
| Measure | Fair-Oak Elementary Westminster, South Carolina | Independence Elementary Rock Hill, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #286 of 688 | #424 of 688 |
| National rank | #19511 of 50,301 | #27693 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 583 | 583 |
| Enrollment | 583 | 583 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 53% | 45% |
| city | Westminster | Rock Hill |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fair-Oak Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.1 vs 46.3).
- •Fair-Oak Elementary does better on math proficiency (53% vs 45%).
- •Fair-Oak Elementary does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 43%).
- •Fair-Oak Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 13.9).
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 Fair-Oak Elementary better than Independence Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Fair-Oak Elementary ranks higher (58.1 vs 46.3 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 Fair-Oak Elementary and Independence Elementary?
About 190 km in a straight line, between Westminster and Rock Hill in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fair-Oak Elementary: 583. Independence Elementary: 583. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fair-Oak Elementary and Independence Elementary rank in South Carolina?
Fair-Oak Elementary is 286th of 688 and Independence Elementary is 424th of 688 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).