James F. Byrnes High vs Lyman Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Carolina, United States, 5.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James F. Byrnes High
Duncan · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,391 students
Lyman Elementary
Lyman · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
750 students
| Measure | James F. Byrnes High Duncan, South Carolina | Lyman Elementary Lyman, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #214 of 228 | #134 of 688 |
| National rank | #14675 of 16,910 | #10735 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 2,391 | 750 |
| Enrollment | 2,391 | 750 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 19.3 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 10% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 63% |
| city | Duncan | Lyman |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lyman Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.8 vs 23.5).
- •Lyman Elementary does better on math proficiency (63% vs 37%).
- •Lyman Elementary does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 10%).
- •Lyman Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 19.3).
- •James F. Byrnes High is the larger school with 2,391 students compared with 750.
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 F. Byrnes High better than Lyman Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Lyman Elementary ranks higher (70.8 vs 23.5 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 James F. Byrnes High and Lyman Elementary?
About 5.8 km in a straight line, between Duncan and Lyman in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James F. Byrnes High: 2,391. Lyman Elementary: 750. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James F. Byrnes High and Lyman Elementary rank in South Carolina?
James F. Byrnes High is 214th of 228 and Lyman Elementary is 134th of 688 among high schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).