Johnston-Edgefield-Trenton Middle vs Robert E. Howard Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in South Carolina, United States, 101 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Johnston-Edgefield-Trenton Middle
Johnston · Public middle · Grades 6–8
394 students
Robert E. Howard Middle
Orangeburg · Public middle · Grades 6–8
396 students
| Measure | Johnston-Edgefield-Trenton Middle Johnston, South Carolina | Robert E. Howard Middle Orangeburg, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #137 of 248 | #133 of 248 |
| National rank | #9642 of 15,369 | #9540 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 394 | 396 |
| Enrollment | 394 | 396 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | – |
| Math proficiency | 33% | – |
| city | Johnston | Orangeburg |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (40.8 vs 41.3).
- •Johnston-Edgefield-Trenton Middle does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 15.8).
- •Robert E. Howard Middle is the larger school with 396 students compared with 394.
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 Johnston-Edgefield-Trenton Middle better than Robert E. Howard Middle?
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 Johnston-Edgefield-Trenton Middle and Robert E. Howard Middle?
About 101 km in a straight line, between Johnston and Orangeburg in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Johnston-Edgefield-Trenton Middle: 394. Robert E. Howard Middle: 396. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Johnston-Edgefield-Trenton Middle and Robert E. Howard Middle rank in South Carolina?
Johnston-Edgefield-Trenton Middle is 137th of 248 and Robert E. Howard Middle is 133rd of 248 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).