Airport High vs Irmo High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in South Carolina, United States, 15 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Airport High
West Columbia · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,272 students
Irmo High
Columbia · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,272 students
| Measure | Airport High West Columbia, South Carolina | Irmo High Columbia, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #143 of 228 | #129 of 228 |
| National rank | #6198 of 16,910 | #5457 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,272 | 1,272 |
| Enrollment | 1,272 | 1,272 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 17.4 | 12.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 71% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 39% |
| city | West Columbia | Columbia |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Irmo High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.4 vs 58.4).
- •Airport High does better on math proficiency (44% vs 39%).
- •Airport High does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 65%).
- •Irmo High does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 17.4).
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 Airport High better than Irmo High?
On the Success Index (US), Irmo High ranks higher (61.4 vs 58.4 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 Airport High and Irmo High?
About 15 km in a straight line, between West Columbia and Columbia in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Airport High: 1,272. Irmo High: 1,272. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Airport High and Irmo High rank in South Carolina?
Airport High is 143rd of 228 and Irmo High is 129th of 228 among high schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).