Furman Middle vs White Knoll Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in South Carolina, United States, 74 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
White Knoll Middle
West Columbia · Public middle · Grades 6–8
693 students
| Measure | Furman Middle Sumter, South Carolina | White Knoll Middle West Columbia, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #244 of 248 | #163 of 248 |
| National rank | #14929 of 15,369 | #10809 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 700 | 693 |
| Enrollment | 700 | 693 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 17.1 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 19% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 31% |
| city | Sumter | West Columbia |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •White Knoll Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.3 vs 11.8).
- •White Knoll Middle does better on math proficiency (31% vs 17%).
- •White Knoll Middle does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 19%).
- •White Knoll Middle does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 17.1).
- •Furman Middle is the larger school with 700 students compared with 693.
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 White Knoll Middle?
On the Success Index (US), White Knoll Middle ranks higher (35.3 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 White Knoll Middle?
About 74 km in a straight line, between Sumter and West Columbia in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Furman Middle: 700. White Knoll Middle: 693. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Furman Middle and White Knoll Middle rank in South Carolina?
Furman Middle is 244th of 248 and White Knoll Middle is 163rd of 248 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).