Alcorn Middle vs John E. Ewing Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in South Carolina, United States, 124 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alcorn Middle
Columbia · Public middle · Grades 6–8
381 students
John E. Ewing Middle
Gaffney · Public middle · Grades 6–8
380 students
| Measure | Alcorn Middle Columbia, South Carolina | John E. Ewing Middle Gaffney, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #222 of 248 | #142 of 248 |
| National rank | #13478 of 15,369 | #9840 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 381 | 380 |
| Enrollment | 381 | 380 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 16% | 34% |
| city | Columbia | Gaffney |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John E. Ewing Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.9 vs 21.7).
- •John E. Ewing Middle does better on math proficiency (34% vs 16%).
- •John E. Ewing Middle does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 25%).
- •John E. Ewing Middle does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 12.7).
- •Alcorn Middle is the larger school with 381 students compared with 380.
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 Alcorn Middle better than John E. Ewing Middle?
On the Success Index (US), John E. Ewing Middle ranks higher (39.9 vs 21.7 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 Alcorn Middle and John E. Ewing Middle?
About 124 km in a straight line, between Columbia and Gaffney in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alcorn Middle: 381. John E. Ewing Middle: 380. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alcorn Middle and John E. Ewing Middle rank in South Carolina?
Alcorn Middle is 222nd of 248 and John E. Ewing Middle is 142nd of 248 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).