Bryson Middle vs McCracken Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in South Carolina, United States, 45 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
McCracken Middle
Spartanburg · Public middle · Grades 6–8
937 students
| Measure | Bryson Middle Simpsonville, South Carolina | McCracken Middle Spartanburg, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #171 of 248 | #71 of 248 |
| National rank | #11248 of 15,369 | #6374 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 941 | 937 |
| Enrollment | 941 | 937 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 17.1 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 50% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 41% |
| city | Simpsonville | Spartanburg |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McCracken Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.9 vs 33.2).
- •McCracken Middle does better on math proficiency (41% vs 32%).
- •McCracken Middle does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 42%).
- •McCracken Middle does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 17.1).
- •Bryson Middle is the larger school with 941 students compared with 937.
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 McCracken Middle?
On the Success Index (US), McCracken Middle ranks higher (55.9 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 McCracken Middle?
About 45 km in a straight line, between Simpsonville and Spartanburg in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bryson Middle: 941. McCracken Middle: 937. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bryson Middle and McCracken Middle rank in South Carolina?
Bryson Middle is 171st of 248 and McCracken Middle is 71st of 248 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).