Hughes Academy of Science and Technology vs LEAD Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Carolina, United States, 4.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hughes Academy of Science and Technology
Greenville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
999 students
LEAD Academy
Greenville · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
403 students
| Measure | Hughes Academy of Science and Technology Greenville, South Carolina | LEAD Academy Greenville, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #131 of 248 | #404 of 688 |
| National rank | #9512 of 15,369 | #26964 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 999 | 403 |
| Enrollment | 999 | 403 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 16.7 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 39% |
| city | Greenville | Greenville |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •LEAD Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.3 vs 41.4).
- •LEAD Academy does better on math proficiency (39% vs 38%).
- •LEAD Academy does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 46%).
- •LEAD Academy does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 16.7).
- •Hughes Academy of Science and Technology is the larger school with 999 students compared with 403.
- •Hughes Academy of Science and Technology is a public school while LEAD Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Hughes Academy of Science and Technology better than LEAD Academy?
On the Success Index (US), LEAD Academy ranks higher (47.3 vs 41.4 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 Hughes Academy of Science and Technology and LEAD Academy?
About 4.2 km in a straight line, between Greenville and Greenville in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hughes Academy of Science and Technology: 999. LEAD Academy: 403. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hughes Academy of Science and Technology and LEAD Academy rank in South Carolina?
Hughes Academy of Science and Technology is 131st of 248 and LEAD Academy is 404th of 688 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).