Central High vs Mardela Middle & High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Maryland, United States, 110 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High
Capitol Heights · Public high · Grades 9–12
754 students
Mardela Middle & High
Mardela Springs · Public high · Grades 6–12
742 students
| Measure | Central High Capitol Heights, Maryland | Mardela Middle & High Mardela Springs, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #156 of 197 | #79 of 197 |
| National rank | #14255 of 16,910 | #5562 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 754 | 742 |
| Enrollment | 754 | 742 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 71% | 44.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 40% |
| city | Capitol Heights | Mardela Springs |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mardela Middle & High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.0 vs 25.6).
- •Mardela Middle & High does better on math proficiency (40% vs 17%).
- •Mardela Middle & High does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 32%).
- •Mardela Middle & High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.9% vs 71%).
- •Central High does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 14.3).
- •Central High is the larger school with 754 students compared with 742.
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 Central High better than Mardela Middle & High?
On the Success Index (US), Mardela Middle & High ranks higher (61.0 vs 25.6 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 Central High and Mardela Middle & High?
About 110 km in a straight line, between Capitol Heights and Mardela Springs in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High: 754. Mardela Middle & High: 742. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High and Mardela Middle & High rank in Maryland?
Central High is 156th of 197 and Mardela Middle & High is 79th of 197 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).