Hillcrest Middle vs Merriwether Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in South Carolina, United States, 149 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hillcrest Middle
Dalzell · Public middle · Grades 6–8
365 students
Merriwether Middle
North Augusta · Public middle · Grades 6–8
365 students
| Measure | Hillcrest Middle Dalzell, South Carolina | Merriwether Middle North Augusta, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #124 of 248 | #103 of 248 |
| National rank | #9272 of 15,369 | #8215 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 365 | 365 |
| Enrollment | 365 | 365 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 42% |
| city | Dalzell | North Augusta |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Merriwether Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.4 vs 42.5).
- •Merriwether Middle does better on math proficiency (42% vs 41%).
- •Merriwether Middle does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 40%).
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 Hillcrest Middle better than Merriwether Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Merriwether Middle ranks higher (47.4 vs 42.5 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 Hillcrest Middle and Merriwether Middle?
About 149 km in a straight line, between Dalzell and North Augusta in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hillcrest Middle: 365. Merriwether Middle: 365. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hillcrest Middle and Merriwether Middle rank in South Carolina?
Hillcrest Middle is 124th of 248 and Merriwether Middle is 103rd of 248 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).