Northside Middle vs Riverbank Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Carolina, United States, 198 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northside Middle
West Columbia · Public middle · Grades 6–8
528 students
Riverbank Elementary
West Columbia · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
996 students
| Measure | Northside Middle West Columbia, South Carolina | Riverbank Elementary West Columbia, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #153 of 248 | #407 of 688 |
| National rank | #10633 of 15,369 | #27113 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 528 | 996 |
| Enrollment | 528 | 996 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 12.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 46% |
| city | West Columbia | West Columbia |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Riverbank Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.1 vs 36.1).
- •Riverbank Elementary does better on math proficiency (46% vs 27%).
- •Riverbank Elementary does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 38%).
- •Northside Middle does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 12.5).
- •Riverbank Elementary is the larger school with 996 students compared with 528.
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 Northside Middle better than Riverbank Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Riverbank Elementary ranks higher (47.1 vs 36.1 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 Northside Middle and Riverbank Elementary?
About 198 m in a straight line, between West Columbia and West Columbia in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northside Middle: 528. Riverbank Elementary: 996. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northside Middle and Riverbank Elementary rank in South Carolina?
Northside Middle is 153rd of 248 and Riverbank Elementary is 407th of 688 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).