Midlands Middle College vs Pine Ridge Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Carolina, United States, 4.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Midlands Middle College
West Columbia · Charter high · Grades 10–12
115 students
Pine Ridge Middle
West Columbia · Public middle · Grades 6–8
379 students
| Measure | Midlands Middle College West Columbia, South Carolina | Pine Ridge Middle West Columbia, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #191 of 228 | #206 of 248 |
| National rank | #11195 of 16,910 | #12719 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 10–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 115 | 379 |
| Enrollment | 115 | 379 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 19.2 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 27% |
| Math proficiency | – | 21% |
| city | West Columbia | West Columbia |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Midlands Middle College scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.0 vs 25.8).
- •Pine Ridge Middle does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 19.2).
- •Pine Ridge Middle is the larger school with 379 students compared with 115.
- •Midlands Middle College is a charter school while Pine Ridge Middle is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Midlands Middle College better than Pine Ridge Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Midlands Middle College ranks higher (39.0 vs 25.8 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 Midlands Middle College and Pine Ridge Middle?
About 4.3 km in a straight line, between West Columbia and West Columbia in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Midlands Middle College: 115. Pine Ridge Middle: 379. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Midlands Middle College and Pine Ridge Middle rank in South Carolina?
Midlands Middle College is 191st of 228 and Pine Ridge Middle is 206th of 248 among high schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).