Clifdale Middle vs McCracken Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in South Carolina, United States, 3.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Clifdale Middle
Spartanburg · Public middle · Grades 6–8
605 students
McCracken Middle
Spartanburg · Public middle · Grades 6–8
937 students
| Measure | Clifdale Middle Spartanburg, South Carolina | McCracken Middle Spartanburg, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #40 of 248 | #71 of 248 |
| National rank | #4350 of 15,369 | #6374 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 605 | 937 |
| Enrollment | 605 | 937 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 50% |
| Math proficiency | – | 41% |
| city | Spartanburg | Spartanburg |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Clifdale Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.1 vs 55.9).
- •McCracken Middle does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 13.4).
- •McCracken Middle is the larger school with 937 students compared with 605.
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 Clifdale Middle better than McCracken Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Clifdale Middle ranks higher (65.1 vs 55.9 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 Clifdale Middle and McCracken Middle?
About 3.1 km in a straight line, between Spartanburg and Spartanburg in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Clifdale Middle: 605. McCracken Middle: 937. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Clifdale Middle and McCracken Middle rank in South Carolina?
Clifdale Middle is 40th of 248 and McCracken Middle is 71st of 248 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).