Atholton High vs Clarksville Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 3.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Atholton High
Columbia · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,540 students
Clarksville Middle
Clarksville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
679 students
| Measure | Atholton High Columbia, Maryland | Clarksville Middle Clarksville, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 10% | 88 Top 5% |
| State rank | #25 of 197 | #1 of 225 |
| National rank | #1625 of 16,910 | #480 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,540 | 679 |
| Enrollment | 1,540 | 679 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 22.9% | 6.6% |
| Students per teacher | 16.7 | 17.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | 86% |
| Math proficiency | 73% | 83% |
| city | Columbia | Clarksville |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Clarksville Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (87.8 vs 77.6).
- •Clarksville Middle does better on math proficiency (83% vs 73%).
- •Clarksville Middle does better on reading proficiency (86% vs 75%).
- •Clarksville Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (6.6% vs 22.9%).
- •Atholton High does better on students per teacher (16.7 vs 17.0).
- •Atholton High is the larger school with 1,540 students compared with 679.
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 Atholton High better than Clarksville Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Clarksville Middle ranks higher (87.8 vs 77.6 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 Atholton High and Clarksville Middle?
About 3.8 km in a straight line, between Columbia and Clarksville in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Atholton High: 1,540. Clarksville Middle: 679. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Atholton High and Clarksville Middle rank in Maryland?
Atholton High is 25th of 197 and Clarksville Middle is 1st of 225 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).