Northside Middle vs St. Andrews Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in South Carolina, United States, 3.0 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
St. Andrews Middle
Columbia · Public middle · Grades 6–8
627 students
| Measure | Northside Middle West Columbia, South Carolina | St. Andrews Middle Columbia, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #153 of 248 | #208 of 248 |
| National rank | #10633 of 15,369 | #12843 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 528 | 627 |
| Enrollment | 528 | 627 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 10.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 14% |
| city | West Columbia | Columbia |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northside Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.1 vs 25.1).
- •Northside Middle does better on math proficiency (27% vs 14%).
- •Northside Middle does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 27%).
- •St. Andrews Middle does better on students per teacher (10.8 vs 12.3).
- •St. Andrews Middle is the larger school with 627 students compared with 528.
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 St. Andrews Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Northside Middle ranks higher (36.1 vs 25.1 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 St. Andrews Middle?
About 3.0 km in a straight line, between West Columbia and Columbia in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northside Middle: 528. St. Andrews Middle: 627. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northside Middle and St. Andrews Middle rank in South Carolina?
Northside Middle is 153rd of 248 and St. Andrews Middle is 208th of 248 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).