McCants Middle vs Paul Knox Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in South Carolina, United States, 127 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McCants Middle
Anderson · Public middle · Grades 6–8
572 students
Paul Knox Middle
North Augusta · Public middle · Grades 6–8
573 students
| Measure | McCants Middle Anderson, South Carolina | Paul Knox Middle North Augusta, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #49 of 248 | #114 of 248 |
| National rank | #4889 of 15,369 | #9014 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 572 | 573 |
| Enrollment | 572 | 573 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 18.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 56% | 42% |
| city | Anderson | North Augusta |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McCants Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.7 vs 43.7).
- •McCants Middle does better on math proficiency (56% vs 42%).
- •McCants Middle does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 48%).
- •McCants Middle does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 18.5).
- •Paul Knox Middle is the larger school with 573 students compared with 572.
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 McCants Middle better than Paul Knox Middle?
On the Success Index (US), McCants Middle ranks higher (62.7 vs 43.7 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 McCants Middle and Paul Knox Middle?
About 127 km in a straight line, between Anderson and North Augusta in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McCants Middle: 572. Paul Knox Middle: 573. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McCants Middle and Paul Knox Middle rank in South Carolina?
McCants Middle is 49th of 248 and Paul Knox Middle is 114th of 248 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).