Independence Elementary vs Northside Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in South Carolina, United States, 4.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Independence Elementary
Rock Hill · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
583 students
Northside Elementary
Rock Hill · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
462 students
| Measure | Independence Elementary Rock Hill, South Carolina | Northside Elementary Rock Hill, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #424 of 688 | #394 of 688 |
| National rank | #27693 of 50,301 | #26617 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 583 | 462 |
| Enrollment | 583 | 462 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 44% |
| city | Rock Hill | Rock Hill |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northside Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.8 vs 46.3).
- •Independence Elementary does better on math proficiency (45% vs 44%).
- •Independence Elementary does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 41%).
- •Northside Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 13.9).
- •Independence Elementary is the larger school with 583 students compared with 462.
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 Independence Elementary better than Northside Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Northside Elementary ranks higher (47.8 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 Independence Elementary and Northside Elementary?
About 4.4 km in a straight line, between Rock Hill and Rock Hill in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Independence Elementary: 583. Northside Elementary: 462. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Independence Elementary and Northside Elementary rank in South Carolina?
Independence Elementary is 424th of 688 and Northside Elementary is 394th of 688 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).