Frances F. Mack Intermediate vs Jerry Zucker Middle School of Science
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in South Carolina, United States, 142 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Frances F. Mack Intermediate
Gaston · Public middle · Grades 5–6
515 students
Jerry Zucker Middle School of Science
North Charleston · Public middle · Grades 6–8
513 students
| Measure | Frances F. Mack Intermediate Gaston, South Carolina | Jerry Zucker Middle School of Science North Charleston, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #237 of 248 | #201 of 248 |
| National rank | #14197 of 15,369 | #12569 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–6 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 515 | 513 |
| Enrollment | 515 | 513 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 9.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 19% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 19% |
| city | Gaston | North Charleston |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jerry Zucker Middle School of Science scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.6 vs 17.4).
- •Jerry Zucker Middle School of Science does better on math proficiency (19% vs 15%).
- •Jerry Zucker Middle School of Science does better on reading proficiency (22% vs 19%).
- •Jerry Zucker Middle School of Science does better on students per teacher (9.0 vs 13.6).
- •Frances F. Mack Intermediate is the larger school with 515 students compared with 513.
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 Frances F. Mack Intermediate better than Jerry Zucker Middle School of Science?
On the Success Index (US), Jerry Zucker Middle School of Science ranks higher (26.6 vs 17.4 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 Frances F. Mack Intermediate and Jerry Zucker Middle School of Science?
About 142 km in a straight line, between Gaston and North Charleston in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Frances F. Mack Intermediate: 515. Jerry Zucker Middle School of Science: 513. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Frances F. Mack Intermediate and Jerry Zucker Middle School of Science rank in South Carolina?
Frances F. Mack Intermediate is 237th of 248 and Jerry Zucker Middle School of Science is 201st of 248 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).