Gray Collegiate Academy vs South Carolina Preparatory Leadership School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in South Carolina, United States, 149 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
South Carolina Preparatory Leadership School
Anderson · Charter high · Grades 6–12
1,005 students
| Measure | Gray Collegiate Academy West Columbia, South Carolina | South Carolina Preparatory Leadership School Anderson, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 0 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #81 of 228 | #228 of 228 |
| National rank | #3232 of 16,910 | #16908 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 935 | 1,005 |
| Enrollment | 935 | 1,005 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 25.3 | 62.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 87% | – |
| Math proficiency | 67% | – |
| city | West Columbia | Anderson |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gray Collegiate Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.3 vs 0.4).
- •Gray Collegiate Academy does better on students per teacher (25.3 vs 62.8).
- •South Carolina Preparatory Leadership School is the larger school with 1,005 students compared with 935.
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 South Carolina Preparatory Leadership School?
On the Success Index (US), Gray Collegiate Academy ranks higher (70.3 vs 0.4 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 Gray Collegiate Academy and South Carolina Preparatory Leadership School?
About 149 km in a straight line, between West Columbia and Anderson in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gray Collegiate Academy: 935. South Carolina Preparatory Leadership School: 1,005. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gray Collegiate Academy and South Carolina Preparatory Leadership School rank in South Carolina?
Gray Collegiate Academy is 81st of 228 and South Carolina Preparatory Leadership School is 228th of 228 among high schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).