A. Mario Loiederman Middle vs Arbutus Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Maryland, United States, 38 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
A. Mario Loiederman Middle
Silver Spring · Public middle · Grades 6–8
978 students
Arbutus Middle
Baltimore · Public middle · Grades 6–8
974 students
| Measure | A. Mario Loiederman Middle Silver Spring, Maryland | Arbutus Middle Baltimore, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #161 of 225 | #162 of 225 |
| National rank | #11843 of 15,369 | #11864 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 978 | 974 |
| Enrollment | 978 | 974 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.8% | 54.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 19% |
| city | Silver Spring | Baltimore |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (30.4 vs 30.3).
- •Arbutus Middle does better on math proficiency (19% vs 12%).
- •Arbutus Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.6% vs 62.8%).
- •A. Mario Loiederman Middle does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 16.2).
- •A. Mario Loiederman Middle is the larger school with 978 students compared with 974.
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 A. Mario Loiederman Middle better than Arbutus Middle?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are A. Mario Loiederman Middle and Arbutus Middle?
About 38 km in a straight line, between Silver Spring and Baltimore in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
A. Mario Loiederman Middle: 978. Arbutus Middle: 974. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do A. Mario Loiederman Middle and Arbutus Middle rank in Maryland?
A. Mario Loiederman Middle is 161st of 225 and Arbutus Middle is 162nd of 225 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).