Joseph R. Pye Elementary vs Ridgeland Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in South Carolina, United States, 96 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Joseph R. Pye Elementary
Ladson · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
775 students
Ridgeland Elementary
Ridgeland · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
775 students
| Measure | Joseph R. Pye Elementary Ladson, South Carolina | Ridgeland Elementary Ridgeland, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #261 of 688 | #680 of 688 |
| National rank | #18472 of 50,301 | #47366 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 775 | 775 |
| Enrollment | 775 | 775 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 18.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 25% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 27% |
| city | Ladson | Ridgeland |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Joseph R. Pye Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.6 vs 15.6).
- •Joseph R. Pye Elementary does better on math proficiency (51% vs 27%).
- •Joseph R. Pye Elementary does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 25%).
- •Joseph R. Pye Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 18.0).
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 Joseph R. Pye Elementary better than Ridgeland Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Joseph R. Pye Elementary ranks higher (59.6 vs 15.6 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 Joseph R. Pye Elementary and Ridgeland Elementary?
About 96 km in a straight line, between Ladson and Ridgeland in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Joseph R. Pye Elementary: 775. Ridgeland Elementary: 775. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Joseph R. Pye Elementary and Ridgeland Elementary rank in South Carolina?
Joseph R. Pye Elementary is 261st of 688 and Ridgeland Elementary is 680th of 688 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).