Heath Springs Elementary vs McDonald Green Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in South Carolina, United States, 9.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Heath Springs Elementary
Heath Springs · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
297 students
McDonald Green Elementary
Lancaster · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
337 students
| Measure | Heath Springs Elementary Heath Springs, South Carolina | McDonald Green Elementary Lancaster, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 50 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #397 of 688 | #369 of 688 |
| National rank | #26742 of 50,301 | #25177 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 297 | 337 |
| Enrollment | 297 | 337 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 13.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 53% |
| city | Heath Springs | Lancaster |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McDonald Green Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (50.0 vs 47.6).
- •McDonald Green Elementary does better on math proficiency (53% vs 47%).
- •Heath Springs Elementary does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 39%).
- •McDonald Green Elementary is the larger school with 337 students compared with 297.
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 Heath Springs Elementary better than McDonald Green Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), McDonald Green Elementary ranks higher (50.0 vs 47.6 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 Heath Springs Elementary and McDonald Green Elementary?
About 9.6 km in a straight line, between Heath Springs and Lancaster in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Heath Springs Elementary: 297. McDonald Green Elementary: 337. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Heath Springs Elementary and McDonald Green Elementary rank in South Carolina?
Heath Springs Elementary is 397th of 688 and McDonald Green Elementary is 369th of 688 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).