Argyle Middle vs William H. Farquhar Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Maryland, United States, 5.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Argyle Middle
Silver Spring · Public middle · Grades 6–8
868 students
William H. Farquhar Middle
Olney · Public middle · Grades 6–8
682 students
| Measure | Argyle Middle Silver Spring, Maryland | William H. Farquhar Middle Olney, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #157 of 225 | #61 of 225 |
| National rank | #11585 of 15,369 | #4580 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 868 | 682 |
| Enrollment | 868 | 682 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.4% | 27.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 19% | 40% |
| city | Silver Spring | Olney |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •William H. Farquhar Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.1 vs 31.6).
- •William H. Farquhar Middle does better on math proficiency (40% vs 19%).
- •William H. Farquhar Middle does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 36%).
- •William H. Farquhar Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27.7% vs 61.4%).
- •Argyle Middle does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 15.9).
- •Argyle Middle is the larger school with 868 students compared with 682.
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 Argyle Middle better than William H. Farquhar Middle?
On the Success Index (US), William H. Farquhar Middle ranks higher (64.1 vs 31.6 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 Argyle Middle and William H. Farquhar Middle?
About 5.2 km in a straight line, between Silver Spring and Olney in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Argyle Middle: 868. William H. Farquhar Middle: 682. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Argyle Middle and William H. Farquhar Middle rank in Maryland?
Argyle Middle is 157th of 225 and William H. Farquhar Middle is 61st of 225 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).