John E. Ewing Middle vs Pine Ridge Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in South Carolina, United States, 136 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John E. Ewing Middle
Gaffney · Public middle · Grades 6–8
380 students
Pine Ridge Middle
West Columbia · Public middle · Grades 6–8
379 students
| Measure | John E. Ewing Middle Gaffney, South Carolina | Pine Ridge Middle West Columbia, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #142 of 248 | #206 of 248 |
| National rank | #9840 of 15,369 | #12719 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 380 | 379 |
| Enrollment | 380 | 379 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 21% |
| city | Gaffney | West Columbia |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John E. Ewing Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.9 vs 25.8).
- •John E. Ewing Middle does better on math proficiency (34% vs 21%).
- •John E. Ewing Middle does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 27%).
- •Pine Ridge Middle does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 12.3).
- •John E. Ewing Middle is the larger school with 380 students compared with 379.
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 John E. Ewing Middle better than Pine Ridge Middle?
On the Success Index (US), John E. Ewing Middle ranks higher (39.9 vs 25.8 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 John E. Ewing Middle and Pine Ridge Middle?
About 136 km in a straight line, between Gaffney and West Columbia in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John E. Ewing Middle: 380. Pine Ridge Middle: 379. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John E. Ewing Middle and Pine Ridge Middle rank in South Carolina?
John E. Ewing Middle is 142nd of 248 and Pine Ridge Middle is 206th of 248 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).