Fairfield Middle vs Jackson STEM Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in South Carolina, United States, 130 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fairfield Middle
Winnsboro · Public middle · Grades 7–8
311 students
Jackson STEM Middle
Jackson · Public middle · Grades 6–8
302 students
| Measure | Fairfield Middle Winnsboro, South Carolina | Jackson STEM Middle Jackson, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #197 of 248 | #156 of 248 |
| National rank | #12446 of 15,369 | #10687 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 311 | 302 |
| Enrollment | 311 | 302 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 8.6 | 15.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 33% |
| city | Winnsboro | Jackson |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jackson STEM Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.8 vs 27.2).
- •Jackson STEM Middle does better on math proficiency (33% vs 17%).
- •Jackson STEM Middle does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 25%).
- •Fairfield Middle does better on students per teacher (8.6 vs 15.1).
- •Fairfield Middle is the larger school with 311 students compared with 302.
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 Middle better than Jackson STEM Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Jackson STEM Middle ranks higher (35.8 vs 27.2 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 Fairfield Middle and Jackson STEM Middle?
About 130 km in a straight line, between Winnsboro and Jackson in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fairfield Middle: 311. Jackson STEM Middle: 302. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fairfield Middle and Jackson STEM Middle rank in South Carolina?
Fairfield Middle is 197th of 248 and Jackson STEM Middle is 156th of 248 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).