Central Academy of the Arts vs R. C. Edwards Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Carolina, United States, 3.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Academy of the Arts
Central · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
499 students
R. C. Edwards Middle
Central · Public middle · Grades 6–8
835 students
| Measure | Central Academy of the Arts Central, South Carolina | R. C. Edwards Middle Central, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #327 of 688 | #39 of 248 |
| National rank | #21638 of 50,301 | #4243 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 499 | 835 |
| Enrollment | 499 | 835 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 50% | 61% |
| city | Central | Central |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •R. C. Edwards Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.7 vs 55.0).
- •R. C. Edwards Middle does better on math proficiency (61% vs 50%).
- •R. C. Edwards Middle does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 51%).
- •Central Academy of the Arts does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 16.4).
- •R. C. Edwards Middle is the larger school with 835 students compared with 499.
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 Central Academy of the Arts better than R. C. Edwards Middle?
On the Success Index (US), R. C. Edwards Middle ranks higher (65.7 vs 55.0 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 Central Academy of the Arts and R. C. Edwards Middle?
About 3.9 km in a straight line, between Central and Central in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Academy of the Arts: 499. R. C. Edwards Middle: 835. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Academy of the Arts and R. C. Edwards Middle rank in South Carolina?
Central Academy of the Arts is 327th of 688 and R. C. Edwards Middle is 39th of 248 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).