Oakbrook Middle vs River Oaks Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in South Carolina, United States, 5.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Oakbrook Middle
Ladson · Public middle · Grades 6–8
861 students
River Oaks Middle
North Charleston · Public middle · Grades 6–8
728 students
| Measure | Oakbrook Middle Ladson, South Carolina | River Oaks Middle North Charleston, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #90 of 248 | #175 of 248 |
| National rank | #7482 of 15,369 | #11384 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 861 | 728 |
| Enrollment | 861 | 728 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 24% |
| city | Ladson | North Charleston |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Oakbrook Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (50.8 vs 32.6).
- •Oakbrook Middle does better on math proficiency (41% vs 24%).
- •Oakbrook Middle does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 38%).
- •River Oaks Middle does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 14.1).
- •Oakbrook Middle is the larger school with 861 students compared with 728.
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 Oakbrook Middle better than River Oaks Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Oakbrook Middle ranks higher (50.8 vs 32.6 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 Oakbrook Middle and River Oaks Middle?
About 5.6 km in a straight line, between Ladson and North Charleston in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Oakbrook Middle: 861. River Oaks Middle: 728. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Oakbrook Middle and River Oaks Middle rank in South Carolina?
Oakbrook Middle is 90th of 248 and River Oaks Middle is 175th of 248 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).