Abner Creek Academy vs James F. Byrnes High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Carolina, United States, 7.8 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 F. Byrnes High
Duncan · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,391 students
| Measure | Abner Creek Academy Duncan, South Carolina | James F. Byrnes High Duncan, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 74 Top 25% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #104 of 688 | #214 of 228 |
| National rank | #8556 of 50,301 | #14675 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 807 | 2,391 |
| Enrollment | 807 | 2,391 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 19.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 63% | 10% |
| Math proficiency | 68% | 37% |
| city | Duncan | Duncan |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Abner Creek Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.0 vs 23.5).
- •Abner Creek Academy does better on math proficiency (68% vs 37%).
- •Abner Creek Academy does better on reading proficiency (63% vs 10%).
- •Abner Creek Academy does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 19.3).
- •James F. Byrnes High is the larger school with 2,391 students compared with 807.
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 F. Byrnes High?
On the Success Index (US), Abner Creek Academy ranks higher (74.0 vs 23.5 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 Abner Creek Academy and James F. Byrnes High?
About 7.8 km in a straight line, between Duncan and Duncan in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Abner Creek Academy: 807. James F. Byrnes High: 2,391. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Abner Creek Academy and James F. Byrnes High rank in South Carolina?
Abner Creek Academy is 104th of 688 and James F. Byrnes High is 214th of 228 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).