Bryson Middle vs Hillcrest Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in South Carolina, United States, 4.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bryson Middle
Simpsonville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
941 students
Hillcrest Middle
Simpsonville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
989 students
| Measure | Bryson Middle Simpsonville, South Carolina | Hillcrest Middle Simpsonville, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #171 of 248 | #105 of 248 |
| National rank | #11248 of 15,369 | #8430 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 941 | 989 |
| Enrollment | 941 | 989 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 17.1 | 18.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 42% |
| city | Simpsonville | Simpsonville |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hillcrest Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.4 vs 33.2).
- •Hillcrest Middle does better on math proficiency (42% vs 32%).
- •Hillcrest Middle does better on reading proficiency (51% vs 42%).
- •Bryson Middle does better on students per teacher (17.1 vs 18.0).
- •Hillcrest Middle is the larger school with 989 students compared with 941.
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 Bryson Middle better than Hillcrest Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Hillcrest Middle ranks higher (46.4 vs 33.2 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 Bryson Middle and Hillcrest Middle?
About 4.2 km in a straight line, between Simpsonville and Simpsonville in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bryson Middle: 941. Hillcrest Middle: 989. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bryson Middle and Hillcrest Middle rank in South Carolina?
Bryson Middle is 171st of 248 and Hillcrest Middle is 105th of 248 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).