Meadow Glen Middle vs Northside Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in South Carolina, United States, 6.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Meadow Glen Middle
Lexington · Public middle · Grades 6–8
778 students
Northside Middle
West Columbia · Public middle · Grades 6–8
528 students
| Measure | Meadow Glen Middle Lexington, South Carolina | Northside Middle West Columbia, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #21 of 248 | #153 of 248 |
| National rank | #2691 of 15,369 | #10633 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 778 | 528 |
| Enrollment | 778 | 528 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.8 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 61% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 58% | 27% |
| city | Lexington | West Columbia |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Meadow Glen Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.2 vs 36.1).
- •Meadow Glen Middle does better on math proficiency (58% vs 27%).
- •Meadow Glen Middle does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 38%).
- •Northside Middle does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 12.8).
- •Meadow Glen Middle is the larger school with 778 students compared with 528.
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 Meadow Glen Middle better than Northside Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Meadow Glen Middle ranks higher (73.2 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 Meadow Glen Middle and Northside Middle?
About 6.1 km in a straight line, between Lexington and West Columbia in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Meadow Glen Middle: 778. Northside Middle: 528. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Meadow Glen Middle and Northside Middle rank in South Carolina?
Meadow Glen Middle is 21st of 248 and Northside Middle is 153rd of 248 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).