A. R. Rucker Middle vs Chester Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in South Carolina, United States, 40 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
Chester Middle
Chester · Public middle · Grades 6–8
479 students
| Measure | A. R. Rucker Middle Lancaster, South Carolina | Chester Middle Chester, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #200 of 248 | #228 of 248 |
| National rank | #12541 of 15,369 | #13615 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 477 | 479 |
| Enrollment | 477 | 479 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 25% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 13% |
| city | Lancaster | Chester |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •A. R. Rucker Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.7 vs 20.9).
- •A. R. Rucker Middle does better on math proficiency (23% vs 13%).
- •A. R. Rucker Middle does better on reading proficiency (29% vs 25%).
- •Chester Middle does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 12.9).
- •Chester Middle is the larger school with 479 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 Chester Middle?
On the Success Index (US), A. R. Rucker Middle ranks higher (26.7 vs 20.9 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 Chester Middle?
About 40 km in a straight line, between Lancaster and Chester in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
A. R. Rucker Middle: 477. Chester Middle: 479. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do A. R. Rucker Middle and Chester Middle rank in South Carolina?
A. R. Rucker Middle is 200th of 248 and Chester Middle is 228th of 248 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).