James M. Brown Elementary vs West Oak Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Carolina, United States, 9.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James M. Brown Elementary
Walhalla · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
558 students
West Oak Middle
Westminster · Public middle · Grades 6–8
656 students
| Measure | James M. Brown Elementary Walhalla, South Carolina | West Oak Middle Westminster, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #483 of 688 | #144 of 248 |
| National rank | #32557 of 50,301 | #9879 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 558 | 656 |
| Enrollment | 558 | 656 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.5 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 37% |
| city | Walhalla | Westminster |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (39.1 vs 39.8).
- •West Oak Middle does better on math proficiency (37% vs 34%).
- •West Oak Middle does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 35%).
- •James M. Brown Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.5 vs 13.1).
- •West Oak Middle is the larger school with 656 students compared with 558.
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 M. Brown Elementary better than West Oak Middle?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are James M. Brown Elementary and West Oak Middle?
About 9.5 km in a straight line, between Walhalla and Westminster in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James M. Brown Elementary: 558. West Oak Middle: 656. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James M. Brown Elementary and West Oak Middle rank in South Carolina?
James M. Brown Elementary is 483rd of 688 and West Oak Middle is 144th of 248 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).