Central High vs Walker Mill Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 793 m 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
Walker Mill Middle
Capitol Heights · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,054 students
| Measure | Central High Capitol Heights, Maryland | Walker Mill Middle Capitol Heights, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #156 of 197 | #183 of 225 |
| National rank | #14255 of 16,910 | #12883 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 754 | 1,054 |
| Enrollment | 754 | 1,054 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 71% | 75.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 20% |
| city | Capitol Heights | Capitol Heights |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (25.6 vs 24.9).
- •Walker Mill Middle does better on math proficiency (20% vs 17%).
- •Walker Mill Middle does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 32%).
- •Central High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (71% vs 75.6%).
- •Central High does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 16.2).
- •Walker Mill Middle is the larger school with 1,054 students compared with 754.
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 Walker Mill Middle?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Central High and Walker Mill Middle?
About 793 m in a straight line, between Capitol Heights and Capitol Heights in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High: 754. Walker Mill Middle: 1,054. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High and Walker Mill Middle rank in Maryland?
Central High is 156th of 197 and Walker Mill Middle is 183rd of 225 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).