Cabin John Middle vs Tilden Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Maryland, United States, 3.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cabin John Middle
Potomac · Public middle · Grades 6–8
983 students
Tilden Middle
Rockville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,112 students
| Measure | Cabin John Middle Potomac, Maryland | Tilden Middle Rockville, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 85 Top 10% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #8 of 225 | #35 of 225 |
| National rank | #789 of 15,369 | #2606 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 983 | 1,112 |
| Enrollment | 983 | 1,112 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 12.3% | 24.1% |
| Students per teacher | 16.7 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 79% | 64% |
| Math proficiency | 74% | 61% |
| city | Potomac | Rockville |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cabin John Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.7 vs 73.7).
- •Cabin John Middle does better on math proficiency (74% vs 61%).
- •Cabin John Middle does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 64%).
- •Cabin John Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (12.3% vs 24.1%).
- •Tilden Middle does better on students per teacher (16.6 vs 16.7).
- •Tilden Middle is the larger school with 1,112 students compared with 983.
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 Cabin John Middle better than Tilden Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Cabin John Middle ranks higher (84.7 vs 73.7 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 Cabin John Middle and Tilden Middle?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between Potomac and Rockville in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cabin John Middle: 983. Tilden Middle: 1,112. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cabin John Middle and Tilden Middle rank in Maryland?
Cabin John Middle is 8th of 225 and Tilden Middle is 35th of 225 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).