W. A. Perry Middle vs Watkins-Nance Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Carolina, United States, 311 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
W. A. Perry Middle
Columbia · Public middle · Grades 6–8
320 students
Watkins-Nance Elementary
Columbia · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
499 students
| Measure | W. A. Perry Middle Columbia, South Carolina | Watkins-Nance Elementary Columbia, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #211 of 248 | #618 of 688 |
| National rank | #13023 of 15,369 | #42153 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 320 | 499 |
| Enrollment | 320 | 499 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.0 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 21% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 16% | 37% |
| city | Columbia | Columbia |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (24.1 vs 24.3).
- •Watkins-Nance Elementary does better on math proficiency (37% vs 16%).
- •Watkins-Nance Elementary does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 21%).
- •W. A. Perry Middle does better on students per teacher (10.0 vs 16.6).
- •Watkins-Nance Elementary is the larger school with 499 students compared with 320.
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 W. A. Perry Middle better than Watkins-Nance Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are W. A. Perry Middle and Watkins-Nance Elementary?
About 311 m in a straight line, between Columbia and Columbia in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
W. A. Perry Middle: 320. Watkins-Nance Elementary: 499. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do W. A. Perry Middle and Watkins-Nance Elementary rank in South Carolina?
W. A. Perry Middle is 211th of 248 and Watkins-Nance Elementary is 618th of 688 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).