Furman Middle vs Pocalla Springs Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Carolina, United States, 3.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Furman Middle
Sumter · Public middle · Grades 6–8
700 students
Pocalla Springs Elementary
Sumter · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
609 students
| Measure | Furman Middle Sumter, South Carolina | Pocalla Springs Elementary Sumter, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #244 of 248 | #652 of 688 |
| National rank | #14929 of 15,369 | #44479 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 700 | 609 |
| Enrollment | 700 | 609 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 17.1 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 19% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 27% |
| city | Sumter | Sumter |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pocalla Springs Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (20.6 vs 11.8).
- •Pocalla Springs Elementary does better on math proficiency (27% vs 17%).
- •Pocalla Springs Elementary does better on reading proficiency (29% vs 19%).
- •Pocalla Springs Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.0 vs 17.1).
- •Furman Middle is the larger school with 700 students compared with 609.
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 Furman Middle better than Pocalla Springs Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Pocalla Springs Elementary ranks higher (20.6 vs 11.8 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 Furman Middle and Pocalla Springs Elementary?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between Sumter and Sumter in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Furman Middle: 700. Pocalla Springs Elementary: 609. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Furman Middle and Pocalla Springs Elementary rank in South Carolina?
Furman Middle is 244th of 248 and Pocalla Springs Elementary is 652nd of 688 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).