Carver Edisto Middle vs South Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in South Carolina, United States, 146 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carver Edisto Middle
Cope · Public middle · Grades 6–8
439 students
South Middle
Lancaster · Public middle · Grades 6–8
439 students
| Measure | Carver Edisto Middle Cope, South Carolina | South Middle Lancaster, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #28 of 248 | #187 of 248 |
| National rank | #3271 of 15,369 | #11887 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 439 | 439 |
| Enrollment | 439 | 439 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 34% |
| Math proficiency | – | 19% |
| city | Cope | Lancaster |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Carver Edisto Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.3 vs 30.2).
- •South Middle does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 12.9).
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 Carver Edisto Middle better than South Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Carver Edisto Middle ranks higher (70.3 vs 30.2 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 Carver Edisto Middle and South Middle?
About 146 km in a straight line, between Cope and Lancaster in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carver Edisto Middle: 439. South Middle: 439. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carver Edisto Middle and South Middle rank in South Carolina?
Carver Edisto Middle is 28th of 248 and South Middle is 187th of 248 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).