Kelly Edwards Elementary vs Mt. Zion Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in South Carolina, United States, 150 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kelly Edwards Elementary
Williston · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
296 students
Mt. Zion Elementary
Johns Island · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
295 students
| Measure | Kelly Edwards Elementary Williston, South Carolina | Mt. Zion Elementary Johns Island, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #124 of 688 | #517 of 688 |
| National rank | #10193 of 50,301 | #34771 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 296 | 295 |
| Enrollment | 296 | 295 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 10.9 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 27% |
| Math proficiency | – | 37% |
| city | Williston | Johns Island |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kelly Edwards Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.6 vs 35.8).
- •Mt. Zion Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 12.9).
- •Kelly Edwards Elementary is the larger school with 296 students compared with 295.
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 Kelly Edwards Elementary better than Mt. Zion Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Kelly Edwards Elementary ranks higher (71.6 vs 35.8 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 Kelly Edwards Elementary and Mt. Zion Elementary?
About 150 km in a straight line, between Williston and Johns Island in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kelly Edwards Elementary: 296. Mt. Zion Elementary: 295. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kelly Edwards Elementary and Mt. Zion Elementary rank in South Carolina?
Kelly Edwards Elementary is 124th of 688 and Mt. Zion Elementary is 517th of 688 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).