Clarke Central High School vs South Effingham High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Georgia, United States, 274 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Clarke Central High School
Athens · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,907 students
South Effingham High School
Guyton · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,906 students
| Measure | Clarke Central High School Athens, Georgia | South Effingham High School Guyton, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #223 of 431 | #94 of 431 |
| National rank | #12472 of 16,910 | #7384 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,907 | 1,906 |
| Enrollment | 1,907 | 1,906 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.5% | 38.9% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 44% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 49% |
| city | Athens | Guyton |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Effingham High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.8 vs 33.8).
- •South Effingham High School does better on math proficiency (49% vs 34%).
- •South Effingham High School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 44%).
- •South Effingham High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.9% vs 82.5%).
- •Clarke Central High School does better on students per teacher (15.9 vs 16.0).
- •Clarke Central High School is the larger school with 1,907 students compared with 1,906.
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 Clarke Central High School better than South Effingham High School?
On the Success Index (US), South Effingham High School ranks higher (53.8 vs 33.8 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 Clarke Central High School and South Effingham High School?
About 274 km in a straight line, between Athens and Guyton in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Clarke Central High School: 1,907. South Effingham High School: 1,906. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Clarke Central High School and South Effingham High School rank in Georgia?
Clarke Central High School is 223rd of 431 and South Effingham High School is 94th of 431 among high schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).