South Effingham High School vs South Effingham Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Georgia, United States, 282 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
South Effingham High School
Guyton · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,906 students
South Effingham Middle School
Guyton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,161 students
| Measure | South Effingham High School Guyton, Georgia | South Effingham Middle School Guyton, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #94 of 431 | #57 of 482 |
| National rank | #7384 of 16,910 | #3152 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,906 | 1,161 |
| Enrollment | 1,906 | 1,161 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38.9% | 41.8% |
| Students per teacher | 16.0 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 62% |
| city | Guyton | Guyton |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Effingham Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.9 vs 53.8).
- •South Effingham Middle School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 49%).
- •South Effingham Middle School does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 47%).
- •South Effingham High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.9% vs 41.8%).
- •South Effingham Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 16.0).
- •South Effingham High School is the larger school with 1,906 students compared with 1,161.
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 South Effingham High School better than South Effingham Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), South Effingham Middle School ranks higher (70.9 vs 53.8 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 South Effingham High School and South Effingham Middle School?
About 282 m in a straight line, between Guyton and Guyton in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
South Effingham High School: 1,906. South Effingham Middle School: 1,161. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do South Effingham High School and South Effingham Middle School rank in Georgia?
South Effingham High School is 94th of 431 and South Effingham Middle School is 57th of 482 among high schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).