Berlin Intermediate vs Showell Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 6.9 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
Showell Elementary
Berlin · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
638 students
| Measure | Berlin Intermediate Berlin, Maryland | Showell Elementary Berlin, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #48 of 225 | #47 of 879 |
| National rank | #3401 of 15,369 | #3862 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 5–6 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 613 | 638 |
| Enrollment | 613 | 638 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.8% | 32.3% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 53% | 72% |
| city | Berlin | Berlin |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Showell Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.1 vs 69.7).
- •Showell Elementary does better on math proficiency (72% vs 53%).
- •Showell Elementary does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 62%).
- •Showell Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.3% vs 46.8%).
- •Showell Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 12.0).
- •Showell Elementary is the larger school with 638 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 Showell Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Showell Elementary ranks higher (82.1 vs 69.7 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 Berlin Intermediate and Showell Elementary?
About 6.9 km in a straight line, between Berlin and Berlin in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Berlin Intermediate: 613. Showell Elementary: 638. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Berlin Intermediate and Showell Elementary rank in Maryland?
Berlin Intermediate is 48th of 225 and Showell Elementary is 47th of 879 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).