James Simons Montessori vs Mitchell Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in South Carolina, United States, 721 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James Simons Montessori
Charleston · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
392 students
Mitchell Elementary
Charleston · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
188 students
| Measure | James Simons Montessori Charleston, South Carolina | Mitchell Elementary Charleston, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #655 of 688 | #640 of 688 |
| National rank | #44657 of 50,301 | #43537 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 392 | 188 |
| Enrollment | 392 | 188 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 8.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 22% |
| city | Charleston | Charleston |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mitchell Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.1 vs 20.3).
- •James Simons Montessori does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 17%).
- •Mitchell Elementary does better on students per teacher (8.2 vs 14.5).
- •James Simons Montessori is the larger school with 392 students compared with 188.
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 Simons Montessori better than Mitchell Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Mitchell Elementary ranks higher (22.1 vs 20.3 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 James Simons Montessori and Mitchell Elementary?
About 721 m in a straight line, between Charleston and Charleston in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James Simons Montessori: 392. Mitchell Elementary: 188. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James Simons Montessori and Mitchell Elementary rank in South Carolina?
James Simons Montessori is 655th of 688 and Mitchell Elementary is 640th of 688 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).