A. R. Rucker Middle vs Andrew Jackson Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in South Carolina, United States, 20 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
A. R. Rucker Middle
Lancaster · Public middle · Grades 6–8
477 students
Andrew Jackson Middle
Kershaw · Public middle · Grades 6–8
480 students
| Measure | A. R. Rucker Middle Lancaster, South Carolina | Andrew Jackson Middle Kershaw, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #200 of 248 | #155 of 248 |
| National rank | #12541 of 15,369 | #10678 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 477 | 480 |
| Enrollment | 477 | 480 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 36% |
| city | Lancaster | Kershaw |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Andrew Jackson Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.8 vs 26.7).
- •Andrew Jackson Middle does better on math proficiency (36% vs 23%).
- •Andrew Jackson Middle does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 29%).
- •A. R. Rucker Middle does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 15.0).
- •Andrew Jackson Middle is the larger school with 480 students compared with 477.
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 A. R. Rucker Middle better than Andrew Jackson Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Andrew Jackson Middle ranks higher (35.8 vs 26.7 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 A. R. Rucker Middle and Andrew Jackson Middle?
About 20 km in a straight line, between Lancaster and Kershaw in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
A. R. Rucker Middle: 477. Andrew Jackson Middle: 480. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do A. R. Rucker Middle and Andrew Jackson Middle rank in South Carolina?
A. R. Rucker Middle is 200th of 248 and Andrew Jackson Middle is 155th of 248 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).