James Island Elementary vs Lambs Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in South Carolina, United States, 22 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James Island Elementary
Charleston · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
580 students
Lambs Elementary
North Charleston · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
580 students
| Measure | James Island Elementary Charleston, South Carolina | Lambs Elementary North Charleston, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #299 of 688 | #575 of 688 |
| National rank | #20274 of 50,301 | #39340 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 580 | 580 |
| Enrollment | 580 | 580 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 15.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 37% |
| city | Charleston | North Charleston |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James Island Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.0 vs 28.8).
- •James Island Elementary does better on math proficiency (52% vs 37%).
- •James Island Elementary does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 32%).
- •James Island Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 15.7).
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 James Island Elementary better than Lambs Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), James Island Elementary ranks higher (57.0 vs 28.8 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 James Island Elementary and Lambs Elementary?
About 22 km in a straight line, between Charleston and North Charleston in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James Island Elementary: 580. Lambs Elementary: 580. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James Island Elementary and Lambs Elementary rank in South Carolina?
James Island Elementary is 299th of 688 and Lambs Elementary is 575th of 688 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).