McCormick Elementary vs Palmetto Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Carolina, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McCormick Elementary
Mullins · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
295 students
Palmetto Middle
Mullins · Public middle · Grades 6–8
297 students
| Measure | McCormick Elementary Mullins, South Carolina | Palmetto Middle Mullins, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 6 Lower 50% | 8 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #688 of 688 | #248 of 248 |
| National rank | #50139 of 50,301 | #15217 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 295 | 297 |
| Enrollment | 295 | 297 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 19.7 | 19.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 13% | 24% |
| Math proficiency | 14% | 12% |
| city | Mullins | Mullins |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Palmetto Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (8.3 vs 5.9).
- •McCormick Elementary does better on math proficiency (14% vs 12%).
- •Palmetto Middle does better on reading proficiency (24% vs 13%).
- •McCormick Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.7 vs 19.8).
- •Palmetto Middle is the larger school with 297 students compared with 295.
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 McCormick Elementary better than Palmetto Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Palmetto Middle ranks higher (8.3 vs 5.9 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 McCormick Elementary and Palmetto Middle?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Mullins and Mullins in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McCormick Elementary: 295. Palmetto Middle: 297. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McCormick Elementary and Palmetto Middle rank in South Carolina?
McCormick Elementary is 688th of 688 and Palmetto Middle is 248th of 248 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).