James Simons Montessori vs Simmons Pinckney Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Carolina, United States, 794 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
Simmons Pinckney Middle
Charleston · Public middle · Grades 6–8
190 students
| Measure | James Simons Montessori Charleston, South Carolina | Simmons Pinckney Middle Charleston, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #655 of 688 | #236 of 248 |
| National rank | #44657 of 50,301 | #14168 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 392 | 190 |
| Enrollment | 392 | 190 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 7.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 13% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 7% |
| city | Charleston | Charleston |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James Simons Montessori scores higher on the Success Index (US) (20.3 vs 17.6).
- •James Simons Montessori does better on math proficiency (22% vs 7%).
- •James Simons Montessori does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 13%).
- •Simmons Pinckney Middle does better on students per teacher (7.6 vs 14.5).
- •James Simons Montessori is the larger school with 392 students compared with 190.
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 Simmons Pinckney Middle?
On the Success Index (US), James Simons Montessori ranks higher (20.3 vs 17.6 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 Simmons Pinckney Middle?
About 794 m in a straight line, between Charleston and Charleston in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James Simons Montessori: 392. Simmons Pinckney Middle: 190. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James Simons Montessori and Simmons Pinckney Middle rank in South Carolina?
James Simons Montessori is 655th of 688 and Simmons Pinckney Middle is 236th of 248 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).