Corkran Middle School vs Smithsburg Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Maryland, United States, 99 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Corkran Middle School
Glen Burnie · Public middle · Grades 6–8
553 students
Smithsburg Middle
Smithsburg · Public middle · Grades 6–8
554 students
| Measure | Corkran Middle School Glen Burnie, Maryland | Smithsburg Middle Smithsburg, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #171 of 225 | #66 of 225 |
| National rank | #12160 of 15,369 | #4874 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 553 | 554 |
| Enrollment | 553 | 554 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.9% | 46.4% |
| Students per teacher | 10.8 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 19% | 50% |
| city | Glen Burnie | Smithsburg |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Smithsburg Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.8 vs 28.7).
- •Smithsburg Middle does better on math proficiency (50% vs 19%).
- •Smithsburg Middle does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 31%).
- •Smithsburg Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.4% vs 76.9%).
- •Corkran Middle School does better on students per teacher (10.8 vs 15.8).
- •Smithsburg Middle is the larger school with 554 students compared with 553.
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 Corkran Middle School better than Smithsburg Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Smithsburg Middle ranks higher (62.8 vs 28.7 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 Corkran Middle School and Smithsburg Middle?
About 99 km in a straight line, between Glen Burnie and Smithsburg in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Corkran Middle School: 553. Smithsburg Middle: 554. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Corkran Middle School and Smithsburg Middle rank in Maryland?
Corkran Middle School is 171st of 225 and Smithsburg Middle is 66th of 225 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).