Denmark-Olar Middle vs Hemingway MB Lee Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in South Carolina, United States, 162 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Denmark-Olar Middle
Denmark ยท Public middle ยท Grades 6โ8
144 students
Hemingway MB Lee Middle
Hemingway ยท Public middle ยท Grades 6โ8
131 students
| Measure | Denmark-Olar Middle Denmark, South Carolina | Hemingway MB Lee Middle Hemingway, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #111 of 248 | #207 of 248 |
| National rank | #8708 of 15,369 | #12814 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6โ8 | Grades 6โ8 |
| Students | 144 | 131 |
| Enrollment | 144 | 131 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | โ | โ |
| Students per teacher | 16.0 | 10.1 |
| Reading proficiency | โ | 22% |
| Math proficiency | โ | 27% |
| city | Denmark | Hemingway |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | โ | โ |
The verdict
- โขDenmark-Olar Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.0 vs 25.2).
- โขHemingway MB Lee Middle does better on students per teacher (10.1 vs 16.0).
- โขDenmark-Olar Middle is the larger school with 144 students compared with 131.
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 Denmark-Olar Middle better than Hemingway MB Lee Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Denmark-Olar Middle ranks higher (45.0 vs 25.2 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 Denmark-Olar Middle and Hemingway MB Lee Middle?
About 162 km in a straight line, between Denmark and Hemingway in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Denmark-Olar Middle: 144. Hemingway MB Lee Middle: 131. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Denmark-Olar Middle and Hemingway MB Lee Middle rank in South Carolina?
Denmark-Olar Middle is 111th of 248 and Hemingway MB Lee Middle is 207th of 248 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).