Midlands Middle College vs Springdale Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Carolina, United States, 1.7 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
Springdale Elementary
West Columbia · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
443 students
| Measure | Midlands Middle College West Columbia, South Carolina | Springdale Elementary West Columbia, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #191 of 228 | #305 of 688 |
| National rank | #11195 of 16,910 | #20715 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 10–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 115 | 443 |
| Enrollment | 115 | 443 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 19.2 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 48% |
| Math proficiency | – | 56% |
| city | West Columbia | West Columbia |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Springdale Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.4 vs 39.0).
- •Springdale Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 19.2).
- •Springdale Elementary is the larger school with 443 students compared with 115.
- •Midlands Middle College is a charter school while Springdale Elementary 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 Springdale Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Springdale Elementary ranks higher (56.4 vs 39.0 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 Springdale Elementary?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between West Columbia and West Columbia in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Midlands Middle College: 115. Springdale Elementary: 443. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Midlands Middle College and Springdale Elementary rank in South Carolina?
Midlands Middle College is 191st of 228 and Springdale Elementary is 305th of 688 among high schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).