Darlington High vs Marlboro County High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in South Carolina, United States, 39 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Darlington High
Darlington · Public high · Grades 9–12
965 students
Marlboro County High
Bennettsville · Public high · Grades 9–12
987 students
| Measure | Darlington High Darlington, South Carolina | Marlboro County High Bennettsville, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 25% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #99 of 228 | #138 of 228 |
| National rank | #3882 of 16,910 | #5877 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 965 | 987 |
| Enrollment | 965 | 987 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 65% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 56% | 42% |
| city | Darlington | Bennettsville |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Darlington High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.7 vs 59.7).
- •Darlington High does better on math proficiency (56% vs 42%).
- •Darlington High does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 62%).
- •Marlboro County High does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 13.6).
- •Marlboro County High is the larger school with 987 students compared with 965.
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 Darlington High better than Marlboro County High?
On the Success Index (US), Darlington High ranks higher (67.7 vs 59.7 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 Darlington High and Marlboro County High?
About 39 km in a straight line, between Darlington and Bennettsville in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Darlington High: 965. Marlboro County High: 987. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Darlington High and Marlboro County High rank in South Carolina?
Darlington High is 99th of 228 and Marlboro County High is 138th of 228 among high schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).