North Central Middle vs Southwood Academy for the Arts
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in South Carolina, United States, 196 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Central Middle
Kershaw · Public middle · Grades 6–8
408 students
Southwood Academy for the Arts
Anderson · Public middle · Grades 6–8
409 students
| Measure | North Central Middle Kershaw, South Carolina | Southwood Academy for the Arts Anderson, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 89 Top 5% |
| State rank | #143 of 248 | #2 of 248 |
| National rank | #9874 of 15,369 | #408 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 408 | 409 |
| Enrollment | 408 | 409 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 12.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 73% |
| city | Kershaw | Anderson |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Southwood Academy for the Arts scores higher on the Success Index (US) (88.5 vs 39.8).
- •Southwood Academy for the Arts does better on math proficiency (73% vs 30%).
- •Southwood Academy for the Arts does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 41%).
- •Southwood Academy for the Arts does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 12.4).
- •Southwood Academy for the Arts is the larger school with 409 students compared with 408.
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 North Central Middle better than Southwood Academy for the Arts?
On the Success Index (US), Southwood Academy for the Arts ranks higher (88.5 vs 39.8 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 North Central Middle and Southwood Academy for the Arts?
About 196 km in a straight line, between Kershaw and Anderson in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Central Middle: 408. Southwood Academy for the Arts: 409. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Central Middle and Southwood Academy for the Arts rank in South Carolina?
North Central Middle is 143rd of 248 and Southwood Academy for the Arts is 2nd of 248 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).