J. Paul Truluck Creative Arts and Science Magnet vs Lake City Early Childhood Center
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Carolina, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
J. Paul Truluck Creative Arts and Science Magnet
Lake City · Public high · Grades 7–12
385 students
Lake City Early Childhood Center
Lake City · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
357 students
| Measure | J. Paul Truluck Creative Arts and Science Magnet Lake City, South Carolina | Lake City Early Childhood Center Lake City, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #187 of 228 | #460 of 688 |
| National rank | #10546 of 16,910 | #30882 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 385 | 357 |
| Enrollment | 385 | 357 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | – |
| Math proficiency | 32% | – |
| city | Lake City | Lake City |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (41.7 vs 41.6).
- •J. Paul Truluck Creative Arts and Science Magnet does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 15.5).
- •J. Paul Truluck Creative Arts and Science Magnet is the larger school with 385 students compared with 357.
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 J. Paul Truluck Creative Arts and Science Magnet better than Lake City Early Childhood Center?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are J. Paul Truluck Creative Arts and Science Magnet and Lake City Early Childhood Center?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Lake City and Lake City in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
J. Paul Truluck Creative Arts and Science Magnet: 385. Lake City Early Childhood Center: 357. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do J. Paul Truluck Creative Arts and Science Magnet and Lake City Early Childhood Center rank in South Carolina?
J. Paul Truluck Creative Arts and Science Magnet is 187th of 228 and Lake City Early Childhood Center is 460th of 688 among high schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).