Jackson Creek Elementary vs L. W. Conder Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in South Carolina, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jackson Creek Elementary
Columbia · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
551 students
L. W. Conder Elementary
Columbia · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
489 students
| Measure | Jackson Creek Elementary Columbia, South Carolina | L. W. Conder Elementary Columbia, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #595 of 688 | #471 of 688 |
| National rank | #40267 of 50,301 | #31739 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 551 | 489 |
| Enrollment | 551 | 489 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.0 | 11.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 21% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 39% |
| city | Columbia | Columbia |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •L. W. Conder Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.3 vs 27.2).
- •L. W. Conder Elementary does better on math proficiency (39% vs 27%).
- •L. W. Conder Elementary does better on reading proficiency (33% vs 21%).
- •Jackson Creek Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 11.4).
- •Jackson Creek Elementary is the larger school with 551 students compared with 489.
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 Jackson Creek Elementary better than L. W. Conder Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), L. W. Conder Elementary ranks higher (40.3 vs 27.2 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 Jackson Creek Elementary and L. W. Conder Elementary?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Columbia and Columbia in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jackson Creek Elementary: 551. L. W. Conder Elementary: 489. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jackson Creek Elementary and L. W. Conder Elementary rank in South Carolina?
Jackson Creek Elementary is 595th of 688 and L. W. Conder Elementary is 471st of 688 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).