Buford Middle vs Pine Ridge Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in South Carolina, United States, 104 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
Pine Ridge Middle
West Columbia · Public middle · Grades 6–8
379 students
| Measure | Buford Middle Lancaster, South Carolina | Pine Ridge Middle West Columbia, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #113 of 248 | #206 of 248 |
| National rank | #8959 of 15,369 | #12719 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 374 | 379 |
| Enrollment | 374 | 379 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 21% |
| city | Lancaster | West Columbia |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Buford Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.9 vs 25.8).
- •Buford Middle does better on math proficiency (36% vs 21%).
- •Buford Middle does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 27%).
- •Pine Ridge Middle does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 12.9).
- •Pine Ridge Middle is the larger school with 379 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 Pine Ridge Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Buford Middle ranks higher (43.9 vs 25.8 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 Buford Middle and Pine Ridge Middle?
About 104 km in a straight line, between Lancaster and West Columbia in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Buford Middle: 374. Pine Ridge Middle: 379. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Buford Middle and Pine Ridge Middle rank in South Carolina?
Buford Middle is 113th of 248 and Pine Ridge Middle is 206th of 248 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).