Lemira Elementary vs Wilder Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in South Carolina, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lemira Elementary
Sumter · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
342 students
Wilder Elementary
Sumter · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
299 students
| Measure | Lemira Elementary Sumter, South Carolina | Wilder Elementary Sumter, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #581 of 688 | #606 of 688 |
| National rank | #39591 of 50,301 | #40967 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 342 | 299 |
| Enrollment | 342 | 299 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 12.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 18% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 27% |
| city | Sumter | Sumter |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lemira Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.4 vs 26.2).
- •Lemira Elementary does better on math proficiency (33% vs 27%).
- •Wilder Elementary does better on reading proficiency (22% vs 18%).
- •Wilder Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 12.2).
- •Lemira Elementary is the larger school with 342 students compared with 299.
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 Wilder Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Lemira Elementary ranks higher (28.4 vs 26.2 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 Lemira Elementary and Wilder Elementary?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Sumter and Sumter in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lemira Elementary: 342. Wilder Elementary: 299. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lemira Elementary and Wilder Elementary rank in South Carolina?
Lemira Elementary is 581st of 688 and Wilder Elementary is 606th of 688 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).