Buford Middle vs Macedonia Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in South Carolina, United States, 179 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Buford Middle
Lancaster · Public middle · Grades 6–8
374 students
Macedonia Middle
Moncks Corner · Public middle · Grades 6–8
375 students
| Measure | Buford Middle Lancaster, South Carolina | Macedonia Middle Moncks Corner, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #113 of 248 | #117 of 248 |
| National rank | #8959 of 15,369 | #9038 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 374 | 375 |
| Enrollment | 374 | 375 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 35% |
| city | Lancaster | Moncks Corner |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (43.9 vs 43.6).
- •Buford Middle does better on math proficiency (36% vs 35%).
- •Macedonia Middle does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 42%).
- •Buford Middle does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 13.9).
- •Macedonia Middle is the larger school with 375 students compared with 374.
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 Buford Middle better than Macedonia 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 Buford Middle and Macedonia Middle?
About 179 km in a straight line, between Lancaster and Moncks Corner in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Buford Middle: 374. Macedonia Middle: 375. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Buford Middle and Macedonia Middle rank in South Carolina?
Buford Middle is 113th of 248 and Macedonia Middle is 117th of 248 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).