Florence Chapel Middle vs Northwest Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in South Carolina, United States, 39 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Florence Chapel Middle
Duncan · Public middle · Grades 6–8
781 students
Northwest Middle
Travelers Rest · Public middle · Grades 6–8
783 students
| Measure | Florence Chapel Middle Duncan, South Carolina | Northwest Middle Travelers Rest, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #53 of 248 | #146 of 248 |
| National rank | #5390 of 15,369 | #10092 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 781 | 783 |
| Enrollment | 781 | 783 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 17.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 54% | 38% |
| city | Duncan | Travelers Rest |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Florence Chapel Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (60.4 vs 38.8).
- •Florence Chapel Middle does better on math proficiency (54% vs 38%).
- •Florence Chapel Middle does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 43%).
- •Florence Chapel Middle does better on students per teacher (13.5 vs 17.0).
- •Northwest Middle is the larger school with 783 students compared with 781.
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 Florence Chapel Middle better than Northwest Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Florence Chapel Middle ranks higher (60.4 vs 38.8 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 Florence Chapel Middle and Northwest Middle?
About 39 km in a straight line, between Duncan and Travelers Rest in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Florence Chapel Middle: 781. Northwest Middle: 783. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Florence Chapel Middle and Northwest Middle rank in South Carolina?
Florence Chapel Middle is 53rd of 248 and Northwest Middle is 146th of 248 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).