Aiken Intermediate vs Tall Pines STEM Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in South Carolina, United States, 13 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aiken Intermediate
Aiken · Public middle · Grades 6–6
427 students
Tall Pines STEM Academy
Aiken · Charter middle · Grades 5–8
382 students
| Measure | Aiken Intermediate Aiken, South Carolina | Tall Pines STEM Academy Aiken, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 68 Top 25% |
| State rank | #185 of 248 | #34 of 248 |
| National rank | #11785 of 15,369 | #3748 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–6 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 427 | 382 |
| Enrollment | 427 | 382 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 17.1 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 62% |
| Math proficiency | – | 57% |
| city | Aiken | Aiken |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Tall Pines STEM Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.2 vs 30.7).
- •Tall Pines STEM Academy does better on students per teacher (15.3 vs 17.1).
- •Aiken Intermediate is the larger school with 427 students compared with 382.
- •Aiken Intermediate is a public school while Tall Pines STEM Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Aiken Intermediate better than Tall Pines STEM Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Tall Pines STEM Academy ranks higher (68.2 vs 30.7 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 Aiken Intermediate and Tall Pines STEM Academy?
About 13 km in a straight line, between Aiken and Aiken in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Aiken Intermediate: 427. Tall Pines STEM Academy: 382. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Aiken Intermediate and Tall Pines STEM Academy rank in South Carolina?
Aiken Intermediate is 185th of 248 and Tall Pines STEM Academy is 34th of 248 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).