D. R. Hill Middle vs Mid-Carolina Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in South Carolina, United States, 106 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
Mid-Carolina Middle
Prosperity · Public middle · Grades 6–8
553 students
| Measure | D. R. Hill Middle Lyman, South Carolina | Mid-Carolina Middle Prosperity, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 67 Top 50% |
| State rank | #106 of 248 | #38 of 248 |
| National rank | #8471 of 15,369 | #4085 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 562 | 553 |
| Enrollment | 562 | 553 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.2 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 58% |
| city | Lyman | Prosperity |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mid-Carolina Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.6 vs 46.2).
- •Mid-Carolina Middle does better on math proficiency (58% vs 37%).
- •Mid-Carolina Middle does better on reading proficiency (51% vs 40%).
- •D. R. Hill Middle does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 12.6).
- •D. R. Hill Middle is the larger school with 562 students compared with 553.
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 Mid-Carolina Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Mid-Carolina Middle ranks higher (66.6 vs 46.2 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 D. R. Hill Middle and Mid-Carolina Middle?
About 106 km in a straight line, between Lyman and Prosperity in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
D. R. Hill Middle: 562. Mid-Carolina Middle: 553. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do D. R. Hill Middle and Mid-Carolina Middle rank in South Carolina?
D. R. Hill Middle is 106th of 248 and Mid-Carolina Middle is 38th of 248 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).