James Byrnes Freshman Academy vs James F. Byrnes High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Carolina, United States, 539 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James Byrnes Freshman Academy
Duncan · Public other · Grades 9–9
792 students
James F. Byrnes High
Duncan · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,391 students
| Measure | James Byrnes Freshman Academy Duncan, South Carolina | James F. Byrnes High Duncan, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | – Not rated | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | – | #214 of 228 |
| National rank | – | #14675 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Other | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–9 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 792 | 2,391 |
| Enrollment | 792 | 2,391 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 19.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 79% | 10% |
| Math proficiency | 89% | 37% |
| city | Duncan | Duncan |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James Byrnes Freshman Academy does better on math proficiency (89% vs 37%).
- •James Byrnes Freshman Academy does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 10%).
- •James Byrnes Freshman Academy does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 19.3).
- •James F. Byrnes High is the larger school with 2,391 students compared with 792.
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 James Byrnes Freshman Academy better than James F. Byrnes High?
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 James Byrnes Freshman Academy and James F. Byrnes High?
About 539 m in a straight line, between Duncan and Duncan in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James Byrnes Freshman Academy: 792. James F. Byrnes High: 2,391. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James Byrnes Freshman Academy and James F. Byrnes High rank in South Carolina?
James Byrnes Freshman Academy is unranked and James F. Byrnes High is 214th of 228 among other schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).