Chapin Middle vs Dutch Fork Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in South Carolina, United States, 7.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chapin Middle
Chapin · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,007 students
Dutch Fork Middle
Irmo · Public middle · Grades 6–8
876 students
| Measure | Chapin Middle Chapin, South Carolina | Dutch Fork Middle Irmo, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 67 Top 50% |
| State rank | #22 of 248 | #37 of 248 |
| National rank | #2722 of 15,369 | #4018 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,007 | 876 |
| Enrollment | 1,007 | 876 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 66% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 61% | 51% |
| city | Chapin | Irmo |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Chapin Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.0 vs 66.9).
- •Chapin Middle does better on math proficiency (61% vs 51%).
- •Chapin Middle does better on reading proficiency (66% vs 58%).
- •Dutch Fork Middle does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 15.0).
- •Chapin Middle is the larger school with 1,007 students compared with 876.
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 Chapin Middle better than Dutch Fork Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Chapin Middle ranks higher (73.0 vs 66.9 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 Chapin Middle and Dutch Fork Middle?
About 7.0 km in a straight line, between Chapin and Irmo in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chapin Middle: 1,007. Dutch Fork Middle: 876. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chapin Middle and Dutch Fork Middle rank in South Carolina?
Chapin Middle is 22nd of 248 and Dutch Fork Middle is 37th of 248 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).