Central Middle vs North Bethesda Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Maryland, United States, 50 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Middle
Edgewater · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,204 students
North Bethesda Middle
Bethesda · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,224 students
| Measure | Central Middle Edgewater, Maryland | North Bethesda Middle Bethesda, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 80 Top 10% | 81 Top 10% |
| State rank | #15 of 225 | #14 of 225 |
| National rank | #1539 of 15,369 | #1417 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,204 | 1,224 |
| Enrollment | 1,204 | 1,224 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 20% | 15.9% |
| Students per teacher | 15.4 | 17.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 65% |
| city | Edgewater | Bethesda |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (79.6 vs 80.5).
- •North Bethesda Middle does better on math proficiency (65% vs 62%).
- •North Bethesda Middle does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 72%).
- •North Bethesda Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (15.9% vs 20%).
- •Central Middle does better on students per teacher (15.4 vs 17.2).
- •North Bethesda Middle is the larger school with 1,224 students compared with 1,204.
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 Middle better than North Bethesda 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 Middle and North Bethesda Middle?
About 50 km in a straight line, between Edgewater and Bethesda in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Middle: 1,204. North Bethesda Middle: 1,224. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Middle and North Bethesda Middle rank in Maryland?
Central Middle is 15th of 225 and North Bethesda Middle is 14th of 225 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).