H. E. McCracken Middle vs River Ridge Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Carolina, United States, 4.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
H. E. McCracken Middle
Bluffton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
846 students
River Ridge Academy
Bluffton · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
1,134 students
| Measure | H. E. McCracken Middle Bluffton, South Carolina | River Ridge Academy Bluffton, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 67 Top 50% |
| State rank | #72 of 248 | #175 of 688 |
| National rank | #6385 of 15,369 | #13601 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 846 | 1,134 |
| Enrollment | 846 | 1,134 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 13.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 57% |
| city | Bluffton | Bluffton |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •River Ridge Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.8 vs 55.8).
- •River Ridge Academy does better on math proficiency (57% vs 45%).
- •River Ridge Academy does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 47%).
- •H. E. McCracken Middle does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 13.5).
- •River Ridge Academy is the larger school with 1,134 students compared with 846.
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 H. E. McCracken Middle better than River Ridge Academy?
On the Success Index (US), River Ridge Academy ranks higher (66.8 vs 55.8 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 H. E. McCracken Middle and River Ridge Academy?
About 4.8 km in a straight line, between Bluffton and Bluffton in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
H. E. McCracken Middle: 846. River Ridge Academy: 1,134. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do H. E. McCracken Middle and River Ridge Academy rank in South Carolina?
H. E. McCracken Middle is 72nd of 248 and River Ridge Academy is 175th of 688 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).