Dr. Phinnize J. Fisher Middle vs LEAD Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Carolina, United States, 4.8 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
LEAD Academy
Greenville · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
403 students
| Measure | Dr. Phinnize J. Fisher Middle Greenville, South Carolina | LEAD Academy Greenville, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #60 of 248 | #404 of 688 |
| National rank | #5945 of 15,369 | #26964 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 930 | 403 |
| Enrollment | 930 | 403 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 39% |
| city | Greenville | Greenville |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dr. Phinnize J. Fisher Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.8 vs 47.3).
- •Dr. Phinnize J. Fisher Middle does better on math proficiency (45% vs 39%).
- •Dr. Phinnize J. Fisher Middle does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 48%).
- •LEAD Academy does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 15.8).
- •Dr. Phinnize J. Fisher Middle is the larger school with 930 students compared with 403.
- •Dr. Phinnize J. Fisher Middle is a public school while LEAD 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 LEAD Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Dr. Phinnize J. Fisher Middle ranks higher (57.8 vs 47.3 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 LEAD Academy?
About 4.8 km in a straight line, between Greenville and Greenville in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dr. Phinnize J. Fisher Middle: 930. LEAD Academy: 403. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dr. Phinnize J. Fisher Middle and LEAD Academy rank in South Carolina?
Dr. Phinnize J. Fisher Middle is 60th of 248 and LEAD Academy is 404th of 688 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).