James M. Brown Elementary vs Westminster Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary 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
Westminster Elementary
Westminster · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
385 students
| Measure | James M. Brown Elementary Walhalla, South Carolina | Westminster Elementary Westminster, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #483 of 688 | #414 of 688 |
| National rank | #32557 of 50,301 | #27267 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 558 | 385 |
| Enrollment | 558 | 385 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.5 | 10.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 46% |
| city | Walhalla | Westminster |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Westminster Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.9 vs 39.1).
- •Westminster Elementary does better on math proficiency (46% vs 34%).
- •Westminster Elementary does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 35%).
- •James M. Brown Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.5 vs 10.7).
- •James M. Brown Elementary is the larger school with 558 students compared with 385.
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 Westminster Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Westminster Elementary ranks higher (46.9 vs 39.1 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 M. Brown Elementary and Westminster Elementary?
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. Westminster Elementary: 385. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James M. Brown Elementary and Westminster Elementary rank in South Carolina?
James M. Brown Elementary is 483rd of 688 and Westminster Elementary is 414th of 688 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).