Northside Middle vs Socastee Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in South Carolina, United States, 200 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
Socastee Middle
Myrtle Beach · Public middle · Grades 6–8
527 students
| Measure | Northside Middle West Columbia, South Carolina | Socastee Middle Myrtle Beach, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #153 of 248 | #19 of 248 |
| National rank | #10633 of 15,369 | #2360 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 528 | 527 |
| Enrollment | 528 | 527 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 63% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 65% |
| city | West Columbia | Myrtle Beach |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Socastee Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.0 vs 36.1).
- •Socastee Middle does better on math proficiency (65% vs 27%).
- •Socastee Middle does better on reading proficiency (63% vs 38%).
- •Northside Middle does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 14.2).
- •Northside Middle is the larger school with 528 students compared with 527.
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 Socastee Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Socastee Middle ranks higher (75.0 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 Socastee Middle?
About 200 km in a straight line, between West Columbia and Myrtle Beach in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northside Middle: 528. Socastee Middle: 527. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northside Middle and Socastee Middle rank in South Carolina?
Northside Middle is 153rd of 248 and Socastee Middle is 19th of 248 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).