Lee Central Middle vs Palmetto Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in South Carolina, United States, 87 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lee Central Middle
Bishopville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
288 students
Palmetto Middle
Mullins · Public middle · Grades 6–8
297 students
| Measure | Lee Central Middle Bishopville, South Carolina | Palmetto Middle Mullins, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 8 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #224 of 248 | #248 of 248 |
| National rank | #13533 of 15,369 | #15217 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 288 | 297 |
| Enrollment | 288 | 297 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.3 | 19.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 18% | 24% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 12% |
| city | Bishopville | Mullins |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lee Central Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.5 vs 8.3).
- •Palmetto Middle does better on reading proficiency (24% vs 18%).
- •Lee Central Middle does better on students per teacher (10.3 vs 19.8).
- •Palmetto Middle is the larger school with 297 students compared with 288.
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 Lee Central Middle better than Palmetto Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Lee Central Middle ranks higher (21.5 vs 8.3 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 Lee Central Middle and Palmetto Middle?
About 87 km in a straight line, between Bishopville and Mullins in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lee Central Middle: 288. Palmetto Middle: 297. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lee Central Middle and Palmetto Middle rank in South Carolina?
Lee Central Middle is 224th of 248 and Palmetto Middle is 248th of 248 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).