Pate Elementary vs Saluda Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in South Carolina, United States, 176 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Pate Elementary
Darlington · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
397 students
Saluda Elementary
Saluda · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
397 students
| Measure | Pate Elementary Darlington, South Carolina | Saluda Elementary Saluda, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #301 of 688 | #599 of 688 |
| National rank | #20350 of 50,301 | #40412 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 397 | 397 |
| Enrollment | 397 | 397 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 27% |
| Math proficiency | – | 35% |
| city | Darlington | Saluda |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pate Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.9 vs 27.0).
- •Pate Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 14.7).
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 Pate Elementary better than Saluda Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Pate Elementary ranks higher (56.9 vs 27.0 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 Pate Elementary and Saluda Elementary?
About 176 km in a straight line, between Darlington and Saluda in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Pate Elementary: 397. Saluda Elementary: 397. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Pate Elementary and Saluda Elementary rank in South Carolina?
Pate Elementary is 301st of 688 and Saluda Elementary is 599th of 688 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).