Jackson STEM Middle vs New Ellenton STEAM Magnet Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in South Carolina, United States, 12 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jackson STEM Middle
Jackson · Public middle · Grades 6–8
302 students
New Ellenton STEAM Magnet Middle
New Ellenton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
274 students
| Measure | Jackson STEM Middle Jackson, South Carolina | New Ellenton STEAM Magnet Middle New Ellenton, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #156 of 248 | #140 of 248 |
| National rank | #10687 of 15,369 | #9688 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 302 | 274 |
| Enrollment | 302 | 274 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 32% |
| city | Jackson | New Ellenton |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •New Ellenton STEAM Magnet Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.6 vs 35.8).
- •Jackson STEM Middle does better on math proficiency (33% vs 32%).
- •New Ellenton STEAM Magnet Middle does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 40%).
- •New Ellenton STEAM Magnet Middle does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 15.1).
- •Jackson STEM Middle is the larger school with 302 students compared with 274.
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 Jackson STEM Middle better than New Ellenton STEAM Magnet Middle?
On the Success Index (US), New Ellenton STEAM Magnet Middle ranks higher (40.6 vs 35.8 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 Jackson STEM Middle and New Ellenton STEAM Magnet Middle?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Jackson and New Ellenton in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jackson STEM Middle: 302. New Ellenton STEAM Magnet Middle: 274. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jackson STEM Middle and New Ellenton STEAM Magnet Middle rank in South Carolina?
Jackson STEM Middle is 156th of 248 and New Ellenton STEAM Magnet Middle is 140th of 248 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).