W. A. Perry Middle vs W. G. Sanders Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in South Carolina, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
W. A. Perry Middle
Columbia · Public middle · Grades 6–8
320 students
W. G. Sanders Middle
Columbia · Public middle · Grades 6–8
503 students
| Measure | W. A. Perry Middle Columbia, South Carolina | W. G. Sanders Middle Columbia, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #211 of 248 | #141 of 248 |
| National rank | #13023 of 15,369 | #9829 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 320 | 503 |
| Enrollment | 320 | 503 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.0 | 9.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 21% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 16% | 27% |
| city | Columbia | Columbia |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •W. G. Sanders Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.0 vs 24.1).
- •W. G. Sanders Middle does better on math proficiency (27% vs 16%).
- •W. G. Sanders Middle does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 21%).
- •W. G. Sanders Middle does better on students per teacher (9.3 vs 10.0).
- •W. G. Sanders Middle is the larger school with 503 students compared with 320.
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 W. A. Perry Middle better than W. G. Sanders Middle?
On the Success Index (US), W. G. Sanders Middle ranks higher (40.0 vs 24.1 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 W. A. Perry Middle and W. G. Sanders Middle?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Columbia and Columbia in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
W. A. Perry Middle: 320. W. G. Sanders Middle: 503. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do W. A. Perry Middle and W. G. Sanders Middle rank in South Carolina?
W. A. Perry Middle is 211th of 248 and W. G. Sanders Middle is 141st of 248 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).