Gray Collegiate Academy vs Oak Grove Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Carolina, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gray Collegiate Academy
West Columbia · Charter high · Grades 6–12
935 students
Oak Grove Elementary
Lexington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
691 students
| Measure | Gray Collegiate Academy West Columbia, South Carolina | Oak Grove Elementary Lexington, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #81 of 228 | #131 of 688 |
| National rank | #3232 of 16,910 | #10613 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 935 | 691 |
| Enrollment | 935 | 691 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 25.3 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 87% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 65% |
| city | West Columbia | Lexington |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (70.3 vs 71.0).
- •Gray Collegiate Academy does better on math proficiency (67% vs 65%).
- •Gray Collegiate Academy does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 55%).
- •Oak Grove Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 25.3).
- •Gray Collegiate Academy is the larger school with 935 students compared with 691.
- •Gray Collegiate Academy is a charter school while Oak Grove 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 Gray Collegiate Academy better than Oak Grove Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Gray Collegiate Academy and Oak Grove Elementary?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between West Columbia and Lexington in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gray Collegiate Academy: 935. Oak Grove Elementary: 691. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gray Collegiate Academy and Oak Grove Elementary rank in South Carolina?
Gray Collegiate Academy is 81st of 228 and Oak Grove Elementary is 131st of 688 among high schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).