Aberdeen Middle vs G. Lisby Elementary at Hillsdale
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aberdeen Middle
Aberdeen · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,071 students
G. Lisby Elementary at Hillsdale
Aberdeen · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
528 students
| Measure | Aberdeen Middle Aberdeen, Maryland | G. Lisby Elementary at Hillsdale Aberdeen, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #169 of 225 | #598 of 879 |
| National rank | #12060 of 15,369 | #38604 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,071 | 528 |
| Enrollment | 1,071 | 528 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.4% | 70.3% |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 32% |
| city | Aberdeen | Aberdeen |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (29.2 vs 29.9).
- •G. Lisby Elementary at Hillsdale does better on math proficiency (32% vs 17%).
- •Aberdeen Middle does better on reading proficiency (29% vs 27%).
- •Aberdeen Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61.4% vs 70.3%).
- •Aberdeen Middle does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 13.9).
- •Aberdeen Middle is the larger school with 1,071 students compared with 528.
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 Aberdeen Middle better than G. Lisby Elementary at Hillsdale?
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 Aberdeen Middle and G. Lisby Elementary at Hillsdale?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Aberdeen and Aberdeen in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Aberdeen Middle: 1,071. G. Lisby Elementary at Hillsdale: 528. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Aberdeen Middle and G. Lisby Elementary at Hillsdale rank in Maryland?
Aberdeen Middle is 169th of 225 and G. Lisby Elementary at Hillsdale is 598th of 879 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).