Columbia High vs Mid-Carolina High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in South Carolina, United States, 40 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Columbia High
Columbia · Public high · Grades 9–12
681 students
Mid-Carolina High
Prosperity · Public high · Grades 9–12
681 students
| Measure | Columbia High Columbia, South Carolina | Mid-Carolina High Prosperity, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #178 of 228 | #90 of 228 |
| National rank | #9800 of 16,910 | #3528 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 681 | 681 |
| Enrollment | 681 | 681 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 52% |
| city | Columbia | Prosperity |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mid-Carolina High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.1 vs 44.5).
- •Mid-Carolina High does better on math proficiency (52% vs 32%).
- •Mid-Carolina High does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 47%).
- •Columbia High does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 15.5).
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 Columbia High better than Mid-Carolina High?
On the Success Index (US), Mid-Carolina High ranks higher (69.1 vs 44.5 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 Columbia High and Mid-Carolina High?
About 40 km in a straight line, between Columbia and Prosperity in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Columbia High: 681. Mid-Carolina High: 681. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Columbia High and Mid-Carolina High rank in South Carolina?
Columbia High is 178th of 228 and Mid-Carolina High is 90th of 228 among high schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).