Northside Middle vs Saluda River Academy for the Arts
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Carolina, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northside Middle
West Columbia · Public middle · Grades 6–8
528 students
Saluda River Academy for the Arts
West Columbia · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
400 students
| Measure | Northside Middle West Columbia, South Carolina | Saluda River Academy for the Arts West Columbia, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #153 of 248 | #431 of 688 |
| National rank | #10633 of 15,369 | #28344 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 528 | 400 |
| Enrollment | 528 | 400 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 47% |
| city | West Columbia | West Columbia |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Saluda River Academy for the Arts scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.4 vs 36.1).
- •Saluda River Academy for the Arts does better on math proficiency (47% vs 27%).
- •Northside Middle does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 37%).
- •Northside Middle does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 12.9).
- •Northside Middle is the larger school with 528 students compared with 400.
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 Northside Middle better than Saluda River Academy for the Arts?
On the Success Index (US), Saluda River Academy for the Arts ranks higher (45.4 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 Northside Middle and Saluda River Academy for the Arts?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between West Columbia and West Columbia in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northside Middle: 528. Saluda River Academy for the Arts: 400. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northside Middle and Saluda River Academy for the Arts rank in South Carolina?
Northside Middle is 153rd of 248 and Saluda River Academy for the Arts is 431st of 688 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).