Palmetto Middle vs Pleasant Hill Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in South Carolina, United States, 132 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Palmetto Middle
Williamston · Public middle · Grades 6–8
749 students
Pleasant Hill Middle
Lexington · Public middle · Grades 6–8
750 students
| Measure | Palmetto Middle Williamston, South Carolina | Pleasant Hill Middle Lexington, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #64 of 248 | #32 of 248 |
| National rank | #6197 of 15,369 | #3643 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 749 | 750 |
| Enrollment | 749 | 750 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 60% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 55% |
| city | Williamston | Lexington |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pleasant Hill Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.6 vs 56.7).
- •Pleasant Hill Middle does better on math proficiency (55% vs 51%).
- •Pleasant Hill Middle does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 47%).
- •Pleasant Hill Middle is the larger school with 750 students compared with 749.
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 Palmetto Middle better than Pleasant Hill Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Pleasant Hill Middle ranks higher (68.6 vs 56.7 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 Palmetto Middle and Pleasant Hill Middle?
About 132 km in a straight line, between Williamston and Lexington in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Palmetto Middle: 749. Pleasant Hill Middle: 750. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Palmetto Middle and Pleasant Hill Middle rank in South Carolina?
Palmetto Middle is 64th of 248 and Pleasant Hill Middle is 32nd of 248 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).