Barnwell Elementary vs Marrington Middle School of the Arts
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in South Carolina, United States, 133 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Barnwell Elementary
Barnwell · Public middle · Grades 4–6
425 students
Marrington Middle School of the Arts
Goose Creek · Public middle · Grades 6–8
432 students
| Measure | Barnwell Elementary Barnwell, South Carolina | Marrington Middle School of the Arts Goose Creek, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #160 of 248 | #15 of 248 |
| National rank | #10776 of 15,369 | #2208 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 4–6 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 425 | 432 |
| Enrollment | 425 | 432 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 62% |
| city | Barnwell | Goose Creek |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Marrington Middle School of the Arts scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.9 vs 35.4).
- •Marrington Middle School of the Arts does better on math proficiency (62% vs 38%).
- •Marrington Middle School of the Arts does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 33%).
- •Barnwell Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 15.4).
- •Marrington Middle School of the Arts is the larger school with 432 students compared with 425.
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 Barnwell Elementary better than Marrington Middle School of the Arts?
On the Success Index (US), Marrington Middle School of the Arts ranks higher (75.9 vs 35.4 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 Barnwell Elementary and Marrington Middle School of the Arts?
About 133 km in a straight line, between Barnwell and Goose Creek in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Barnwell Elementary: 425. Marrington Middle School of the Arts: 432. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Barnwell Elementary and Marrington Middle School of the Arts rank in South Carolina?
Barnwell Elementary is 160th of 248 and Marrington Middle School of the Arts is 15th of 248 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).