Pendleton High vs Westside High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in South Carolina, United States, 14 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Pendleton High
Anderson · Public high · Grades 9–12
924 students
Westside High
Anderson · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,687 students
| Measure | Pendleton High Anderson, South Carolina | Westside High Anderson, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 74 Top 25% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #58 of 228 | #167 of 228 |
| National rank | #2262 of 16,910 | #8143 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 924 | 1,687 |
| Enrollment | 924 | 1,687 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 17.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 39% |
| city | Anderson | Anderson |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pendleton High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.4 vs 51.0).
- •Pendleton High does better on math proficiency (67% vs 39%).
- •Pendleton High does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 62%).
- •Pendleton High does better on students per teacher (15.9 vs 17.4).
- •Westside High is the larger school with 1,687 students compared with 924.
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 Pendleton High better than Westside High?
On the Success Index (US), Pendleton High ranks higher (74.4 vs 51.0 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 Pendleton High and Westside High?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Anderson and Anderson in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Pendleton High: 924. Westside High: 1,687. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Pendleton High and Westside High rank in South Carolina?
Pendleton High is 58th of 228 and Westside High is 167th of 228 among high schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).