Liberty Middle vs Richard H. Gettys Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in South Carolina, United States, 11 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Liberty Middle
Liberty · Public middle · Grades 6–8
458 students
Richard H. Gettys Middle
Easley · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,217 students
| Measure | Liberty Middle Liberty, South Carolina | Richard H. Gettys Middle Easley, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #152 of 248 | #95 of 248 |
| National rank | #10631 of 15,369 | #7924 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 458 | 1,217 |
| Enrollment | 458 | 1,217 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 45% |
| city | Liberty | Easley |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Richard H. Gettys Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.7 vs 36.1).
- •Richard H. Gettys Middle does better on math proficiency (45% vs 33%).
- •Richard H. Gettys Middle does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 36%).
- •Liberty Middle does better on students per teacher (13.5 vs 14.7).
- •Richard H. Gettys Middle is the larger school with 1,217 students compared with 458.
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 Liberty Middle better than Richard H. Gettys Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Richard H. Gettys Middle ranks higher (48.7 vs 36.1 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 Liberty Middle and Richard H. Gettys Middle?
About 11 km in a straight line, between Liberty and Easley in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Liberty Middle: 458. Richard H. Gettys Middle: 1,217. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Liberty Middle and Richard H. Gettys Middle rank in South Carolina?
Liberty Middle is 152nd of 248 and Richard H. Gettys Middle is 95th of 248 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).