Fairfield Central High vs Fairfield Magnet for Math and Science
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Carolina, United States, 4.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fairfield Central High
Winnsboro · Public high · Grades 9–12
619 students
Fairfield Magnet for Math and Science
Winnsboro · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
188 students
| Measure | Fairfield Central High Winnsboro, South Carolina | Fairfield Magnet for Math and Science Winnsboro, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 61 Top 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #128 of 228 | #247 of 688 |
| National rank | #5448 of 16,910 | #17647 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 619 | 188 |
| Enrollment | 619 | 188 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 9.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 57% |
| city | Winnsboro | Winnsboro |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (61.4 vs 60.8).
- •Fairfield Magnet for Math and Science does better on math proficiency (57% vs 47%).
- •Fairfield Central High does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 47%).
- •Fairfield Magnet for Math and Science does better on students per teacher (9.4 vs 11.7).
- •Fairfield Central High is the larger school with 619 students compared with 188.
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 Fairfield Central High better than Fairfield Magnet for Math and Science?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Fairfield Central High and Fairfield Magnet for Math and Science?
About 4.2 km in a straight line, between Winnsboro and Winnsboro in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fairfield Central High: 619. Fairfield Magnet for Math and Science: 188. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fairfield Central High and Fairfield Magnet for Math and Science rank in South Carolina?
Fairfield Central High is 128th of 228 and Fairfield Magnet for Math and Science is 247th of 688 among high schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).