Highland Springs Middle vs Paul Knox Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in South Carolina, United States, 5.2 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
Paul Knox Middle
North Augusta · Public middle · Grades 6–8
573 students
| Measure | Highland Springs Middle North Augusta, South Carolina | Paul Knox Middle North Augusta, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #235 of 248 | #114 of 248 |
| National rank | #14072 of 15,369 | #9014 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 534 | 573 |
| Enrollment | 534 | 573 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 19.1 | 18.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 48% |
| Math proficiency | – | 42% |
| city | North Augusta | North Augusta |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Paul Knox Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.7 vs 18.2).
- •Paul Knox Middle does better on students per teacher (18.5 vs 19.1).
- •Paul Knox Middle is the larger school with 573 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 Paul Knox Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Paul Knox Middle ranks higher (43.7 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 Paul Knox Middle?
About 5.2 km in a straight line, between North Augusta and North Augusta in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland Springs Middle: 534. Paul Knox Middle: 573. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland Springs Middle and Paul Knox Middle rank in South Carolina?
Highland Springs Middle is 235th of 248 and Paul Knox Middle is 114th of 248 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).