Alston Middle vs Charles B. DuBose Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in South Carolina, United States, 5.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alston Middle
Summerville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
732 students
Charles B. DuBose Middle
Summerville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
947 students
| Measure | Alston Middle Summerville, South Carolina | Charles B. DuBose Middle Summerville, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #94 of 248 | #92 of 248 |
| National rank | #7862 of 15,369 | #7780 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 732 | 947 |
| Enrollment | 732 | 947 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 49% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 41% |
| city | Summerville | Summerville |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (48.9 vs 49.3).
- •Charles B. DuBose Middle does better on math proficiency (41% vs 37%).
- •Charles B. DuBose Middle does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 48%).
- •Alston Middle does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 14.8).
- •Charles B. DuBose Middle is the larger school with 947 students compared with 732.
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 Alston Middle better than Charles B. DuBose Middle?
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 Alston Middle and Charles B. DuBose Middle?
About 5.1 km in a straight line, between Summerville and Summerville in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alston Middle: 732. Charles B. DuBose Middle: 947. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alston Middle and Charles B. DuBose Middle rank in South Carolina?
Alston Middle is 94th of 248 and Charles B. DuBose Middle is 92nd of 248 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).