Clinton High vs Waccamaw High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in South Carolina, United States, 275 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Clinton High
Clinton · Public high · Grades 9–12
811 students
Waccamaw High
Pawleys Island · Public high · Grades 9–12
808 students
| Measure | Clinton High Clinton, South Carolina | Waccamaw High Pawleys Island, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #151 of 228 | #140 of 228 |
| National rank | #6858 of 16,910 | #6057 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 811 | 808 |
| Enrollment | 811 | 808 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 42% |
| city | Clinton | Pawleys Island |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Waccamaw High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.1 vs 55.7).
- •Clinton High does better on math proficiency (43% vs 42%).
- •Waccamaw High does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 57%).
- •Clinton High does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 15.0).
- •Clinton High is the larger school with 811 students compared with 808.
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 Clinton High better than Waccamaw High?
On the Success Index (US), Waccamaw High ranks higher (59.1 vs 55.7 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 Clinton High and Waccamaw High?
About 275 km in a straight line, between Clinton and Pawleys Island in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Clinton High: 811. Waccamaw High: 808. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Clinton High and Waccamaw High rank in South Carolina?
Clinton High is 151st of 228 and Waccamaw High is 140th of 228 among high schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).