Highland Springs Middle vs Saluda Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in South Carolina, United States, 56 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
Saluda Middle
Saluda · Public middle · Grades 6–8
537 students
| Measure | Highland Springs Middle North Augusta, South Carolina | Saluda Middle Saluda, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #235 of 248 | #157 of 248 |
| National rank | #14072 of 15,369 | #10694 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 534 | 537 |
| Enrollment | 534 | 537 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 19.1 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 31% |
| Math proficiency | – | 38% |
| city | North Augusta | Saluda |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Saluda Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.8 vs 18.2).
- •Saluda Middle does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 19.1).
- •Saluda Middle is the larger school with 537 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 Saluda Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Saluda Middle ranks higher (35.8 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 Saluda Middle?
About 56 km in a straight line, between North Augusta and Saluda in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland Springs Middle: 534. Saluda Middle: 537. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland Springs Middle and Saluda Middle rank in South Carolina?
Highland Springs Middle is 235th of 248 and Saluda Middle is 157th of 248 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).