James F. Byrnes High vs Wellford Academy of Science and Technology
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Carolina, United States, 3.7 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
Wellford Academy of Science and Technology
Wellford · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
654 students
| Measure | James F. Byrnes High Duncan, South Carolina | Wellford Academy of Science and Technology Wellford, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #214 of 228 | #413 of 688 |
| National rank | #14675 of 16,910 | #27265 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 2,391 | 654 |
| Enrollment | 2,391 | 654 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 19.3 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 10% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 42% |
| city | Duncan | Wellford |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wellford Academy of Science and Technology scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.9 vs 23.5).
- •Wellford Academy of Science and Technology does better on math proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •Wellford Academy of Science and Technology does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 10%).
- •Wellford Academy of Science and Technology does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 19.3).
- •James F. Byrnes High is the larger school with 2,391 students compared with 654.
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 Wellford Academy of Science and Technology?
On the Success Index (US), Wellford Academy of Science and Technology ranks higher (46.9 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 Wellford Academy of Science and Technology?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between Duncan and Wellford in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James F. Byrnes High: 2,391. Wellford Academy of Science and Technology: 654. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James F. Byrnes High and Wellford Academy of Science and Technology rank in South Carolina?
James F. Byrnes High is 214th of 228 and Wellford Academy of Science and Technology is 413th of 688 among high schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).