Gray Collegiate Academy vs Northside Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Carolina, United States, 3.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gray Collegiate Academy
West Columbia · Charter high · Grades 6–12
935 students
Northside Middle
West Columbia · Public middle · Grades 6–8
528 students
| Measure | Gray Collegiate Academy West Columbia, South Carolina | Northside Middle West Columbia, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #81 of 228 | #153 of 248 |
| National rank | #3232 of 16,910 | #10633 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 935 | 528 |
| Enrollment | 935 | 528 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 25.3 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 87% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 27% |
| city | West Columbia | West Columbia |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gray Collegiate Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.3 vs 36.1).
- •Gray Collegiate Academy does better on math proficiency (67% vs 27%).
- •Gray Collegiate Academy does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 38%).
- •Northside Middle does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 25.3).
- •Gray Collegiate Academy is the larger school with 935 students compared with 528.
- •Gray Collegiate Academy is a charter school while Northside Middle is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Gray Collegiate Academy better than Northside Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Gray Collegiate Academy ranks higher (70.3 vs 36.1 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 Gray Collegiate Academy and Northside Middle?
About 3.9 km in a straight line, between West Columbia and West Columbia in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gray Collegiate Academy: 935. Northside Middle: 528. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gray Collegiate Academy and Northside Middle rank in South Carolina?
Gray Collegiate Academy is 81st of 228 and Northside Middle is 153rd of 248 among high schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).