South Effingham Middle School vs West Chatham Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Georgia, United States, 13 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
South Effingham Middle School
Guyton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,161 students
West Chatham Middle School
Pooler · Public middle · Grades 6–8
713 students
| Measure | South Effingham Middle School Guyton, Georgia | West Chatham Middle School Pooler, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #57 of 482 | #331 of 482 |
| National rank | #3152 of 15,369 | #12443 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,161 | 713 |
| Enrollment | 1,161 | 713 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.8% | 78.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 12.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 25% |
| city | Guyton | Pooler |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Effingham Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.9 vs 27.3).
- •South Effingham Middle School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 25%).
- •South Effingham Middle School does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 28%).
- •South Effingham Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.8% vs 78.1%).
- •West Chatham Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 13.8).
- •South Effingham Middle School is the larger school with 1,161 students compared with 713.
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 Middle School better than West Chatham Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), South Effingham Middle School ranks higher (70.9 vs 27.3 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 Middle School and West Chatham Middle School?
About 13 km in a straight line, between Guyton and Pooler in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
South Effingham Middle School: 1,161. West Chatham Middle School: 713. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do South Effingham Middle School and West Chatham Middle School rank in Georgia?
South Effingham Middle School is 57th of 482 and West Chatham Middle School is 331st of 482 among middle schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).