Cyril B. Busbee Creative Arts Academy vs R. H. Fulmer Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in South Carolina, United States, 5.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cyril B. Busbee Creative Arts Academy
Cayce · Public middle · Grades 6–8
442 students
R. H. Fulmer Middle
West Columbia · Public middle · Grades 6–8
526 students
| Measure | Cyril B. Busbee Creative Arts Academy Cayce, South Carolina | R. H. Fulmer Middle West Columbia, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #176 of 248 | #101 of 248 |
| National rank | #11443 of 15,369 | #8125 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 442 | 526 |
| Enrollment | 442 | 526 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 11.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 36% |
| city | Cayce | West Columbia |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •R. H. Fulmer Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.8 vs 32.3).
- •R. H. Fulmer Middle does better on math proficiency (36% vs 30%).
- •R. H. Fulmer Middle does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 31%).
- •R. H. Fulmer Middle does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 12.6).
- •R. H. Fulmer Middle is the larger school with 526 students compared with 442.
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 Cyril B. Busbee Creative Arts Academy better than R. H. Fulmer Middle?
On the Success Index (US), R. H. Fulmer Middle ranks higher (47.8 vs 32.3 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 Cyril B. Busbee Creative Arts Academy and R. H. Fulmer Middle?
About 5.5 km in a straight line, between Cayce and West Columbia in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cyril B. Busbee Creative Arts Academy: 442. R. H. Fulmer Middle: 526. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cyril B. Busbee Creative Arts Academy and R. H. Fulmer Middle rank in South Carolina?
Cyril B. Busbee Creative Arts Academy is 176th of 248 and R. H. Fulmer Middle is 101st of 248 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).