Benjamin Banneker Middle vs Wiley H. Bates Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Maryland, United States, 41 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benjamin Banneker Middle
Burtonsville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
705 students
Wiley H. Bates Middle
Annapolis · Public middle · Grades 6–8
707 students
| Measure | Benjamin Banneker Middle Burtonsville, Maryland | Wiley H. Bates Middle Annapolis, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #143 of 225 | #105 of 225 |
| National rank | #10699 of 15,369 | #7961 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 705 | 707 |
| Enrollment | 705 | 707 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51.9% | 54.7% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 10.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 35% |
| city | Burtonsville | Annapolis |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wiley H. Bates Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.6 vs 35.7).
- •Wiley H. Bates Middle does better on math proficiency (35% vs 17%).
- •Wiley H. Bates Middle does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 36%).
- •Benjamin Banneker Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (51.9% vs 54.7%).
- •Wiley H. Bates Middle does better on students per teacher (10.6 vs 12.2).
- •Wiley H. Bates Middle is the larger school with 707 students compared with 705.
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 Benjamin Banneker Middle better than Wiley H. Bates Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Wiley H. Bates Middle ranks higher (48.6 vs 35.7 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 Benjamin Banneker Middle and Wiley H. Bates Middle?
About 41 km in a straight line, between Burtonsville and Annapolis in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benjamin Banneker Middle: 705. Wiley H. Bates Middle: 707. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benjamin Banneker Middle and Wiley H. Bates Middle rank in Maryland?
Benjamin Banneker Middle is 143rd of 225 and Wiley H. Bates Middle is 105th of 225 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).