D. W. Daniel High vs Lower Richland High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in South Carolina, United States, 200 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
D. W. Daniel High
Central · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,222 students
Lower Richland High
Hopkins · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,218 students
| Measure | D. W. Daniel High Central, South Carolina | Lower Richland High Hopkins, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 10% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #36 of 228 | #180 of 228 |
| National rank | #1644 of 16,910 | #9985 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,222 | 1,218 |
| Enrollment | 1,222 | 1,218 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 17.2 | 13.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 87% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 28% |
| city | Central | Hopkins |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •D. W. Daniel High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.5 vs 43.9).
- •D. W. Daniel High does better on math proficiency (72% vs 28%).
- •D. W. Daniel High does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 52%).
- •Lower Richland High does better on students per teacher (13.5 vs 17.2).
- •D. W. Daniel High is the larger school with 1,222 students compared with 1,218.
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. W. Daniel High better than Lower Richland High?
On the Success Index (US), D. W. Daniel High ranks higher (77.5 vs 43.9 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. W. Daniel High and Lower Richland High?
About 200 km in a straight line, between Central and Hopkins in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
D. W. Daniel High: 1,222. Lower Richland High: 1,218. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do D. W. Daniel High and Lower Richland High rank in South Carolina?
D. W. Daniel High is 36th of 228 and Lower Richland High is 180th of 228 among high schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).