Goucher Charter Academy vs Limestone-Central Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in South Carolina, United States, 7.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Goucher Charter Academy
Gaffney · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
244 students
Limestone-Central Elementary
Gaffney · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
436 students
| Measure | Goucher Charter Academy Gaffney, South Carolina | Limestone-Central Elementary Gaffney, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 85 Top 5% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #22 of 688 | #502 of 688 |
| National rank | #2515 of 50,301 | #33595 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 244 | 436 |
| Enrollment | 244 | 436 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.2 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 39% |
| Math proficiency | – | 36% |
| city | Gaffney | Gaffney |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Goucher Charter Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.8 vs 37.6).
- •Goucher Charter Academy does better on students per teacher (10.2 vs 13.6).
- •Limestone-Central Elementary is the larger school with 436 students compared with 244.
- •Goucher Charter Academy is a charter school while Limestone-Central Elementary is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Goucher Charter Academy better than Limestone-Central Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Goucher Charter Academy ranks higher (84.8 vs 37.6 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 Goucher Charter Academy and Limestone-Central Elementary?
About 7.8 km in a straight line, between Gaffney and Gaffney in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Goucher Charter Academy: 244. Limestone-Central Elementary: 436. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Goucher Charter Academy and Limestone-Central Elementary rank in South Carolina?
Goucher Charter Academy is 22nd of 688 and Limestone-Central Elementary is 502nd of 688 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).