Johnston Elementary vs Montessori Community School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in South Carolina, United States, 197 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Johnston Elementary
Johnston · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
276 students
Montessori Community School
Charleston · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
280 students
| Measure | Johnston Elementary Johnston, South Carolina | Montessori Community School Charleston, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 80 Top 25% |
| State rank | #533 of 688 | #57 of 688 |
| National rank | #35793 of 50,301 | #5192 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 276 | 280 |
| Enrollment | 276 | 280 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.5 | 17.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 77% |
| city | Johnston | Charleston |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Montessori Community School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.6 vs 34.2).
- •Montessori Community School does better on math proficiency (77% vs 32%).
- •Montessori Community School does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 32%).
- •Johnston Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.5 vs 17.5).
- •Montessori Community School is the larger school with 280 students compared with 276.
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 Johnston Elementary better than Montessori Community School?
On the Success Index (US), Montessori Community School ranks higher (79.6 vs 34.2 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 Johnston Elementary and Montessori Community School?
About 197 km in a straight line, between Johnston and Charleston in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Johnston Elementary: 276. Montessori Community School: 280. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Johnston Elementary and Montessori Community School rank in South Carolina?
Johnston Elementary is 533rd of 688 and Montessori Community School is 57th of 688 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).