Bennett Middle vs James M. Bennett High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 4.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bennett Middle
Fruitland · Public middle · Grades 6–8
963 students
James M. Bennett High
Salisbury · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,474 students
| Measure | Bennett Middle Fruitland, Maryland | James M. Bennett High Salisbury, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #135 of 225 | #97 of 197 |
| National rank | #10206 of 15,369 | #7343 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 963 | 1,474 |
| Enrollment | 963 | 1,474 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.3% | 54.3% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 52% |
| city | Fruitland | Salisbury |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James M. Bennett High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.9 vs 38.3).
- •James M. Bennett High does better on math proficiency (52% vs 31%).
- •James M. Bennett High does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 34%).
- •James M. Bennett High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.3% vs 59.3%).
- •Bennett Middle does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 15.5).
- •James M. Bennett High is the larger school with 1,474 students compared with 963.
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 Bennett Middle better than James M. Bennett High?
On the Success Index (US), James M. Bennett High ranks higher (53.9 vs 38.3 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 Bennett Middle and James M. Bennett High?
About 4.7 km in a straight line, between Fruitland and Salisbury in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bennett Middle: 963. James M. Bennett High: 1,474. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bennett Middle and James M. Bennett High rank in Maryland?
Bennett Middle is 135th of 225 and James M. Bennett High is 97th of 197 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).