Lemira Elementary vs W. E. Parker Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in South Carolina, United States, 148 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lemira Elementary
Sumter ยท Public elementary ยท Grades PKโ5
342 students
W. E. Parker Elementary
Edgefield ยท Public elementary ยท Grades PKโ5
339 students
| Measure | Lemira Elementary Sumter, South Carolina | W. E. Parker Elementary Edgefield, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #581 of 688 | #439 of 688 |
| National rank | #39591 of 50,301 | #28820 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PKโ5 | Grades PKโ5 |
| Students | 342 | 339 |
| Enrollment | 342 | 339 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | โ | โ |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 11.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 18% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 41% |
| city | Sumter | Edgefield |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | โ | โ |
The verdict
- โขW. E. Parker Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.7 vs 28.4).
- โขW. E. Parker Elementary does better on math proficiency (41% vs 33%).
- โขW. E. Parker Elementary does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 18%).
- โขW. E. Parker Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.3 vs 12.2).
- โขLemira Elementary is the larger school with 342 students compared with 339.
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 Lemira Elementary better than W. E. Parker Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), W. E. Parker Elementary ranks higher (44.7 vs 28.4 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 Lemira Elementary and W. E. Parker Elementary?
About 148 km in a straight line, between Sumter and Edgefield in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lemira Elementary: 342. W. E. Parker Elementary: 339. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lemira Elementary and W. E. Parker Elementary rank in South Carolina?
Lemira Elementary is 581st of 688 and W. E. Parker Elementary is 439th of 688 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).