Beech Springs Middle vs James Byrnes Freshman Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Carolina, United States, 373 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Beech Springs Middle
Duncan · Public middle · Grades 6–8
584 students
James Byrnes Freshman Academy
Duncan · Public other · Grades 9–9
792 students
| Measure | Beech Springs Middle Duncan, South Carolina | James Byrnes Freshman Academy Duncan, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #68 of 248 | – |
| National rank | #6310 of 15,369 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Other |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–9 |
| Students | 584 | 792 |
| Enrollment | 584 | 792 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.5 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 79% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 89% |
| city | Duncan | Duncan |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James Byrnes Freshman Academy does better on math proficiency (89% vs 49%).
- •James Byrnes Freshman Academy does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 42%).
- •Beech Springs Middle does better on students per teacher (11.5 vs 15.5).
- •James Byrnes Freshman Academy is the larger school with 792 students compared with 584.
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 Beech Springs Middle better than James Byrnes Freshman Academy?
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 Beech Springs Middle and James Byrnes Freshman Academy?
About 373 m in a straight line, between Duncan and Duncan in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Beech Springs Middle: 584. James Byrnes Freshman Academy: 792. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Beech Springs Middle and James Byrnes Freshman Academy rank in South Carolina?
Beech Springs Middle is 68th of 248 and James Byrnes Freshman Academy is unranked among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).