Dr. Phinnize J. Fisher Middle vs East Link Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Carolina, United States, 2.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dr. Phinnize J. Fisher Middle
Greenville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
930 students
East Link Academy
Greenville · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
258 students
| Measure | Dr. Phinnize J. Fisher Middle Greenville, South Carolina | East Link Academy Greenville, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 79 Top 25% |
| State rank | #60 of 248 | #66 of 688 |
| National rank | #5945 of 15,369 | #5775 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 930 | 258 |
| Enrollment | 930 | 258 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 11.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | – |
| Math proficiency | 45% | – |
| city | Greenville | Greenville |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •East Link Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (78.6 vs 57.8).
- •East Link Academy does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 15.8).
- •Dr. Phinnize J. Fisher Middle is the larger school with 930 students compared with 258.
- •Dr. Phinnize J. Fisher Middle is a public school while East Link Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Dr. Phinnize J. Fisher Middle better than East Link Academy?
On the Success Index (US), East Link Academy ranks higher (78.6 vs 57.8 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 Dr. Phinnize J. Fisher Middle and East Link Academy?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Greenville and Greenville in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dr. Phinnize J. Fisher Middle: 930. East Link Academy: 258. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dr. Phinnize J. Fisher Middle and East Link Academy rank in South Carolina?
Dr. Phinnize J. Fisher Middle is 60th of 248 and East Link Academy is 66th of 688 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).