A. R. Rucker Middle vs Langley-Bath-Clearwater Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in South Carolina, United States, 170 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
Langley-Bath-Clearwater Middle
Warrenville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
476 students
| Measure | A. R. Rucker Middle Lancaster, South Carolina | Langley-Bath-Clearwater Middle Warrenville, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #200 of 248 | #196 of 248 |
| National rank | #12541 of 15,369 | #12351 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 477 | 476 |
| Enrollment | 477 | 476 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 30% |
| city | Lancaster | Warrenville |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Langley-Bath-Clearwater Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.7 vs 26.7).
- •Langley-Bath-Clearwater Middle does better on math proficiency (30% vs 23%).
- •Langley-Bath-Clearwater Middle does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 29%).
- •A. R. Rucker Middle does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 16.4).
- •A. R. Rucker Middle is the larger school with 477 students compared with 476.
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 Langley-Bath-Clearwater Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Langley-Bath-Clearwater Middle ranks higher (27.7 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 Langley-Bath-Clearwater Middle?
About 170 km in a straight line, between Lancaster and Warrenville in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
A. R. Rucker Middle: 477. Langley-Bath-Clearwater Middle: 476. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do A. R. Rucker Middle and Langley-Bath-Clearwater Middle rank in South Carolina?
A. R. Rucker Middle is 200th of 248 and Langley-Bath-Clearwater Middle is 196th of 248 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).