D. R. Hill Middle vs James F. Byrnes High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Carolina, United States, 6.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
D. R. Hill Middle
Lyman · Public middle · Grades 6–8
562 students
James F. Byrnes High
Duncan · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,391 students
| Measure | D. R. Hill Middle Lyman, South Carolina | James F. Byrnes High Duncan, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #106 of 248 | #214 of 228 |
| National rank | #8471 of 15,369 | #14675 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 562 | 2,391 |
| Enrollment | 562 | 2,391 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.2 | 19.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 10% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 37% |
| city | Lyman | Duncan |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •D. R. Hill Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.2 vs 23.5).
- •D. R. Hill Middle does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 10%).
- •D. R. Hill Middle does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 19.3).
- •James F. Byrnes High is the larger school with 2,391 students compared with 562.
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 D. R. Hill Middle better than James F. Byrnes High?
On the Success Index (US), D. R. Hill Middle ranks higher (46.2 vs 23.5 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 D. R. Hill Middle and James F. Byrnes High?
About 6.1 km in a straight line, between Lyman and Duncan in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
D. R. Hill Middle: 562. James F. Byrnes High: 2,391. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do D. R. Hill Middle and James F. Byrnes High rank in South Carolina?
D. R. Hill Middle is 106th of 248 and James F. Byrnes High is 214th of 228 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).