Chapin Middle vs Fairforest Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in South Carolina, United States, 110 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
Fairforest Middle
Spartanburg · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,007 students
| Measure | Chapin Middle Chapin, South Carolina | Fairforest Middle Spartanburg, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #22 of 248 | #219 of 248 |
| National rank | #2722 of 15,369 | #13341 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,007 | 1,007 |
| Enrollment | 1,007 | 1,007 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 66% | 26% |
| Math proficiency | 61% | 20% |
| city | Chapin | Spartanburg |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Chapin Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.0 vs 22.4).
- •Chapin Middle does better on math proficiency (61% vs 20%).
- •Chapin Middle does better on reading proficiency (66% vs 26%).
- •Fairforest Middle does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 15.0).
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 Fairforest Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Chapin Middle ranks higher (73.0 vs 22.4 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 Chapin Middle and Fairforest Middle?
About 110 km in a straight line, between Chapin and Spartanburg in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chapin Middle: 1,007. Fairforest Middle: 1,007. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chapin Middle and Fairforest Middle rank in South Carolina?
Chapin Middle is 22nd of 248 and Fairforest Middle is 219th of 248 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).