Highland Springs Middle vs Mossy Creek Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Carolina, United States, 4.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highland Springs Middle
North Augusta · Public middle · Grades 6–8
534 students
Mossy Creek Elementary
North Augusta · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
700 students
| Measure | Highland Springs Middle North Augusta, South Carolina | Mossy Creek Elementary North Augusta, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #235 of 248 | #421 of 688 |
| National rank | #14072 of 15,369 | #27564 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 534 | 700 |
| Enrollment | 534 | 700 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 19.1 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 43% |
| Math proficiency | – | 48% |
| city | North Augusta | North Augusta |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mossy Creek Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.5 vs 18.2).
- •Mossy Creek Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 19.1).
- •Mossy Creek Elementary is the larger school with 700 students compared with 534.
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 Highland Springs Middle better than Mossy Creek Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Mossy Creek Elementary ranks higher (46.5 vs 18.2 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 Highland Springs Middle and Mossy Creek Elementary?
About 4.5 km in a straight line, between North Augusta and North Augusta in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland Springs Middle: 534. Mossy Creek Elementary: 700. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland Springs Middle and Mossy Creek Elementary rank in South Carolina?
Highland Springs Middle is 235th of 248 and Mossy Creek Elementary is 421st of 688 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).