Berlin Intermediate vs Murray Hill Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Maryland, United States, 169 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Berlin Intermediate
Berlin · Public middle · Grades 5–6
613 students
Murray Hill Middle
Laurel · Public middle · Grades 6–8
616 students
| Measure | Berlin Intermediate Berlin, Maryland | Murray Hill Middle Laurel, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #48 of 225 | #81 of 225 |
| National rank | #3401 of 15,369 | #6508 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–6 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 613 | 616 |
| Enrollment | 613 | 616 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.8% | 37.3% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 53% | 39% |
| city | Berlin | Laurel |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Berlin Intermediate scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.7 vs 55.3).
- •Berlin Intermediate does better on math proficiency (53% vs 39%).
- •Berlin Intermediate does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 47%).
- •Murray Hill Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.3% vs 46.8%).
- •Berlin Intermediate does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 13.4).
- •Murray Hill Middle is the larger school with 616 students compared with 613.
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 Berlin Intermediate better than Murray Hill Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Berlin Intermediate ranks higher (69.7 vs 55.3 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 Berlin Intermediate and Murray Hill Middle?
About 169 km in a straight line, between Berlin and Laurel in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Berlin Intermediate: 613. Murray Hill Middle: 616. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Berlin Intermediate and Murray Hill Middle rank in Maryland?
Berlin Intermediate is 48th of 225 and Murray Hill Middle is 81st of 225 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).