Herbert A. Wood Elementary vs Nexton Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in South Carolina, United States, 130 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Herbert A. Wood Elementary
West Columbia · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
938 students
Nexton Elementary
Summerville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
944 students
| Measure | Herbert A. Wood Elementary West Columbia, South Carolina | Nexton Elementary Summerville, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 67 Top 50% |
| State rank | #453 of 688 | #179 of 688 |
| National rank | #30490 of 50,301 | #13792 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 938 | 944 |
| Enrollment | 938 | 944 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 63% |
| city | West Columbia | Summerville |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nexton Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.5 vs 42.2).
- •Nexton Elementary does better on math proficiency (63% vs 42%).
- •Nexton Elementary does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 39%).
- •Herbert A. Wood Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 15.2).
- •Nexton Elementary is the larger school with 944 students compared with 938.
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 Herbert A. Wood Elementary better than Nexton Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Nexton Elementary ranks higher (66.5 vs 42.2 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 Herbert A. Wood Elementary and Nexton Elementary?
About 130 km in a straight line, between West Columbia and Summerville in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Herbert A. Wood Elementary: 938. Nexton Elementary: 944. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Herbert A. Wood Elementary and Nexton Elementary rank in South Carolina?
Herbert A. Wood Elementary is 453rd of 688 and Nexton Elementary is 179th of 688 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).