Buck Lodge Middle vs Sonia Sotomayor Middle at Adelphi
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Maryland, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Buck Lodge Middle
Adelphi · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,200 students
Sonia Sotomayor Middle at Adelphi
Adelphi · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,077 students
| Measure | Buck Lodge Middle Adelphi, Maryland | Sonia Sotomayor Middle at Adelphi Adelphi, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #216 of 225 | #187 of 225 |
| National rank | #14771 of 15,369 | #13291 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,200 | 1,077 |
| Enrollment | 1,200 | 1,077 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95.7% | 92.3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 16.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | – |
| Math proficiency | 12% | – |
| city | Adelphi | Adelphi |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sonia Sotomayor Middle at Adelphi scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.7 vs 13.4).
- •Sonia Sotomayor Middle at Adelphi does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (92.3% vs 95.7%).
- •Buck Lodge Middle does better on students per teacher (15.8 vs 16.3).
- •Buck Lodge Middle is the larger school with 1,200 students compared with 1,077.
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 Buck Lodge Middle better than Sonia Sotomayor Middle at Adelphi?
On the Success Index (US), Sonia Sotomayor Middle at Adelphi ranks higher (22.7 vs 13.4 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 Buck Lodge Middle and Sonia Sotomayor Middle at Adelphi?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Adelphi and Adelphi in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Buck Lodge Middle: 1,200. Sonia Sotomayor Middle at Adelphi: 1,077. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Buck Lodge Middle and Sonia Sotomayor Middle at Adelphi rank in Maryland?
Buck Lodge Middle is 216th of 225 and Sonia Sotomayor Middle at Adelphi is 187th of 225 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).