Pelion Middle vs Sandhills Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in South Carolina, United States, 12 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Pelion Middle
Pelion · Public middle · Grades 6–8
513 students
Sandhills Middle
Gaston · Public middle · Grades 7–8
495 students
| Measure | Pelion Middle Pelion, South Carolina | Sandhills Middle Gaston, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #199 of 248 | #241 of 248 |
| National rank | #12454 of 15,369 | #14479 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 513 | 495 |
| Enrollment | 513 | 495 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.4 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 18% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 9% |
| city | Pelion | Gaston |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pelion Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.2 vs 15.7).
- •Pelion Middle does better on math proficiency (22% vs 9%).
- •Pelion Middle does better on reading proficiency (26% vs 18%).
- •Pelion Middle does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 13.4).
- •Pelion Middle is the larger school with 513 students compared with 495.
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 Pelion Middle better than Sandhills Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Pelion Middle ranks higher (27.2 vs 15.7 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 Pelion Middle and Sandhills Middle?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Pelion and Gaston in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Pelion Middle: 513. Sandhills Middle: 495. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Pelion Middle and Sandhills Middle rank in South Carolina?
Pelion Middle is 199th of 248 and Sandhills Middle is 241st of 248 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).