Buckingham Elementary vs Stephen Decatur Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 3.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Buckingham Elementary
Berlin · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
518 students
Stephen Decatur Middle
Berlin · Public middle · Grades 7–8
665 students
| Measure | Buckingham Elementary Berlin, Maryland | Stephen Decatur Middle Berlin, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #167 of 879 | #33 of 225 |
| National rank | #11708 of 50,301 | #2572 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 518 | 665 |
| Enrollment | 518 | 665 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.5% | 48.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 73% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 57% |
| city | Berlin | Berlin |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Stephen Decatur Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.9 vs 69.4).
- •Stephen Decatur Middle does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 62%).
- •Buckingham Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.5% vs 48.9%).
- •Buckingham Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 12.8).
- •Stephen Decatur Middle is the larger school with 665 students compared with 518.
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 Buckingham Elementary better than Stephen Decatur Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Stephen Decatur Middle ranks higher (73.9 vs 69.4 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 Buckingham Elementary and Stephen Decatur Middle?
About 3.4 km in a straight line, between Berlin and Berlin in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Buckingham Elementary: 518. Stephen Decatur Middle: 665. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Buckingham Elementary and Stephen Decatur Middle rank in Maryland?
Buckingham Elementary is 167th of 879 and Stephen Decatur Middle is 33rd of 225 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).