Bonnie Branch Middle vs Northern Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Maryland, United States, 62 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bonnie Branch Middle
Ellicott City · Public middle · Grades 6–8
739 students
Northern Middle
Owings · Public middle · Grades 6–8
745 students
| Measure | Bonnie Branch Middle Ellicott City, Maryland | Northern Middle Owings, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | #50 of 225 | #25 of 225 |
| National rank | #3453 of 15,369 | #2041 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 739 | 745 |
| Enrollment | 739 | 745 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 29.2% | 17% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 19.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 79% |
| Math proficiency | 54% | 58% |
| city | Ellicott City | Owings |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northern Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.8 vs 69.5).
- •Northern Middle does better on math proficiency (58% vs 54%).
- •Northern Middle does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 57%).
- •Northern Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (17% vs 29.2%).
- •Bonnie Branch Middle does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 19.1).
- •Northern Middle is the larger school with 745 students compared with 739.
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 Bonnie Branch Middle better than Northern Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Northern Middle ranks higher (76.8 vs 69.5 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 Bonnie Branch Middle and Northern Middle?
About 62 km in a straight line, between Ellicott City and Owings in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bonnie Branch Middle: 739. Northern Middle: 745. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bonnie Branch Middle and Northern Middle rank in Maryland?
Bonnie Branch Middle is 50th of 225 and Northern Middle is 25th of 225 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).