Benjamin Tasker Middle vs Walker Mill Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Maryland, United States, 15 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benjamin Tasker Middle
Bowie · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,058 students
Walker Mill Middle
Capitol Heights · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,054 students
| Measure | Benjamin Tasker Middle Bowie, Maryland | Walker Mill Middle Capitol Heights, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #125 of 225 | #183 of 225 |
| National rank | #9552 of 15,369 | #12883 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,058 | 1,054 |
| Enrollment | 1,058 | 1,054 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.8% | 75.6% |
| Students per teacher | 15.6 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 20% |
| city | Bowie | Capitol Heights |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Benjamin Tasker Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.2 vs 24.9).
- •Benjamin Tasker Middle does better on math proficiency (29% vs 20%).
- •Benjamin Tasker Middle does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 37%).
- •Benjamin Tasker Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.8% vs 75.6%).
- •Benjamin Tasker Middle does better on students per teacher (15.6 vs 16.2).
- •Benjamin Tasker Middle is the larger school with 1,058 students compared with 1,054.
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 Tasker Middle better than Walker Mill Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Benjamin Tasker Middle ranks higher (41.2 vs 24.9 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 Tasker Middle and Walker Mill Middle?
About 15 km in a straight line, between Bowie and Capitol Heights in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benjamin Tasker Middle: 1,058. Walker Mill Middle: 1,054. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benjamin Tasker Middle and Walker Mill Middle rank in Maryland?
Benjamin Tasker Middle is 125th of 225 and Walker Mill Middle is 183rd of 225 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).