Florence Chapel Middle vs Wellford Academy of Science and Technology
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Carolina, United States, 6.1 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
Wellford Academy of Science and Technology
Wellford · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
654 students
| Measure | Florence Chapel Middle Duncan, South Carolina | Wellford Academy of Science and Technology Wellford, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #53 of 248 | #413 of 688 |
| National rank | #5390 of 15,369 | #27265 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 781 | 654 |
| Enrollment | 781 | 654 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 54% | 42% |
| city | Duncan | Wellford |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Florence Chapel Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (60.4 vs 46.9).
- •Florence Chapel Middle does better on math proficiency (54% vs 42%).
- •Florence Chapel Middle does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 42%).
- •Wellford Academy of Science and Technology does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 13.5).
- •Florence Chapel Middle is the larger school with 781 students compared with 654.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Florence Chapel Middle better than Wellford Academy of Science and Technology?
On the Success Index (US), Florence Chapel Middle ranks higher (60.4 vs 46.9 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 Wellford Academy of Science and Technology?
About 6.1 km in a straight line, between Duncan and Wellford in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Florence Chapel Middle: 781. Wellford Academy of Science and Technology: 654. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Florence Chapel Middle and Wellford Academy of Science and Technology rank in South Carolina?
Florence Chapel Middle is 53rd of 248 and Wellford Academy of Science and Technology is 413th of 688 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).