Jackson STEM Middle vs Palmetto Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in South Carolina, United States, 252 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
Palmetto Middle
Mullins · Public middle · Grades 6–8
297 students
| Measure | Jackson STEM Middle Jackson, South Carolina | Palmetto Middle Mullins, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 8 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #156 of 248 | #248 of 248 |
| National rank | #10687 of 15,369 | #15217 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 302 | 297 |
| Enrollment | 302 | 297 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 19.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 24% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 12% |
| city | Jackson | Mullins |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jackson STEM Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.8 vs 8.3).
- •Jackson STEM Middle does better on math proficiency (33% vs 12%).
- •Jackson STEM Middle does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 24%).
- •Jackson STEM Middle does better on students per teacher (15.1 vs 19.8).
- •Jackson STEM Middle is the larger school with 302 students compared with 297.
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 Palmetto Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Jackson STEM Middle ranks higher (35.8 vs 8.3 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 Palmetto Middle?
About 252 km in a straight line, between Jackson and Mullins in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jackson STEM Middle: 302. Palmetto Middle: 297. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jackson STEM Middle and Palmetto Middle rank in South Carolina?
Jackson STEM Middle is 156th of 248 and Palmetto Middle is 248th of 248 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).