Calhoun County High vs Lee Central High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in South Carolina, United States, 79 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Calhoun County High
St. Matthews · Public high · Grades 9–12
397 students
Lee Central High
Bishopville · Public high · Grades 9–12
402 students
| Measure | Calhoun County High St. Matthews, South Carolina | Lee Central High Bishopville, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #114 of 228 | #182 of 228 |
| National rank | #4595 of 16,910 | #10102 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 397 | 402 |
| Enrollment | 397 | 402 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.8 | 7.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 27% |
| city | St. Matthews | Bishopville |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Calhoun County High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.7 vs 43.4).
- •Calhoun County High does better on math proficiency (57% vs 27%).
- •Calhoun County High does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 42%).
- •Lee Central High does better on students per teacher (7.2 vs 12.8).
- •Lee Central High is the larger school with 402 students compared with 397.
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 Calhoun County High better than Lee Central High?
On the Success Index (US), Calhoun County High ranks higher (64.7 vs 43.4 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 Calhoun County High and Lee Central High?
About 79 km in a straight line, between St. Matthews and Bishopville in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Calhoun County High: 397. Lee Central High: 402. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Calhoun County High and Lee Central High rank in South Carolina?
Calhoun County High is 114th of 228 and Lee Central High is 182nd of 228 among high schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).