North Central Elementary vs St. Matthews K-8 School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in South Carolina, United States, 88 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Central Elementary
Kershaw · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
509 students
St. Matthews K-8 School
St. Matthews · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
509 students
| Measure | North Central Elementary Kershaw, South Carolina | St. Matthews K-8 School St. Matthews, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #403 of 688 | #557 of 688 |
| National rank | #26914 of 50,301 | #37758 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 509 | 509 |
| Enrollment | 509 | 509 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 31% |
| Math proficiency | – | 29% |
| city | Kershaw | St. Matthews |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Central Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.4 vs 31.2).
- •St. Matthews K-8 School does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 15.0).
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 North Central Elementary better than St. Matthews K-8 School?
On the Success Index (US), North Central Elementary ranks higher (47.4 vs 31.2 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 North Central Elementary and St. Matthews K-8 School?
About 88 km in a straight line, between Kershaw and St. Matthews in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Central Elementary: 509. St. Matthews K-8 School: 509. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Central Elementary and St. Matthews K-8 School rank in South Carolina?
North Central Elementary is 403rd of 688 and St. Matthews K-8 School is 557th of 688 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).