Abner Creek Academy vs James Byrnes Freshman Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Carolina, United States, 7.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Abner Creek Academy
Duncan · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
807 students
James Byrnes Freshman Academy
Duncan · Public other · Grades 9–9
792 students
| Measure | Abner Creek Academy Duncan, South Carolina | James Byrnes Freshman Academy Duncan, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 74 Top 25% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #104 of 688 | – |
| National rank | #8556 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–9 |
| Students | 807 | 792 |
| Enrollment | 807 | 792 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 63% | 79% |
| Math proficiency | 68% | 89% |
| city | Duncan | Duncan |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James Byrnes Freshman Academy does better on math proficiency (89% vs 68%).
- •James Byrnes Freshman Academy does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 63%).
- •Abner Creek Academy does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 15.5).
- •Abner Creek Academy is the larger school with 807 students compared with 792.
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 Abner Creek Academy better than James Byrnes Freshman Academy?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Abner Creek Academy and James Byrnes Freshman Academy?
About 7.2 km in a straight line, between Duncan and Duncan in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Abner Creek Academy: 807. James Byrnes Freshman Academy: 792. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Abner Creek Academy and James Byrnes Freshman Academy rank in South Carolina?
Abner Creek Academy is 104th of 688 and James Byrnes Freshman Academy is unranked among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).