Clinton Middle vs Sanders Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in South Carolina, United States, 13 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Clinton Middle
Clinton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
580 students
Sanders Middle
Laurens · Public middle · Grades 6–8
250 students
| Measure | Clinton Middle Clinton, South Carolina | Sanders Middle Laurens, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #161 of 248 | #177 of 248 |
| National rank | #10778 of 15,369 | #11479 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 580 | 250 |
| Enrollment | 580 | 250 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | 8.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 26% |
| city | Clinton | Laurens |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Clinton Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.4 vs 32.2).
- •Clinton Middle does better on math proficiency (31% vs 26%).
- •Clinton Middle does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 29%).
- •Sanders Middle does better on students per teacher (8.3 vs 11.6).
- •Clinton Middle is the larger school with 580 students compared with 250.
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 Middle better than Sanders Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Clinton Middle ranks higher (35.4 vs 32.2 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 Middle and Sanders Middle?
About 13 km in a straight line, between Clinton and Laurens in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Clinton Middle: 580. Sanders Middle: 250. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Clinton Middle and Sanders Middle rank in South Carolina?
Clinton Middle is 161st of 248 and Sanders Middle is 177th of 248 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).