Gaffney High vs West Florence High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in South Carolina, United States, 196 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gaffney High
Gaffney · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,827 students
West Florence High
Florence · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,827 students
| Measure | Gaffney High Gaffney, South Carolina | West Florence High Florence, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #162 of 228 | #88 of 228 |
| National rank | #7718 of 16,910 | #3417 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,827 | 1,827 |
| Enrollment | 1,827 | 1,827 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 17.7 | 17.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 65% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 60% |
| city | Gaffney | Florence |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Florence High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.6 vs 52.5).
- •West Florence High does better on math proficiency (60% vs 39%).
- •West Florence High does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 65%).
- •West Florence High does better on students per teacher (17.4 vs 17.7).
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 Gaffney High better than West Florence High?
On the Success Index (US), West Florence High ranks higher (69.6 vs 52.5 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 Gaffney High and West Florence High?
About 196 km in a straight line, between Gaffney and Florence in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gaffney High: 1,827. West Florence High: 1,827. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gaffney High and West Florence High rank in South Carolina?
Gaffney High is 162nd of 228 and West Florence High is 88th of 228 among high schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).