Crofton Middle vs Julius West Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Maryland, United States, 44 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Crofton Middle
Gambrills · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,345 students
Julius West Middle
Rockville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,365 students
| Measure | Crofton Middle Gambrills, Maryland | Julius West Middle Rockville, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #47 of 225 | #57 of 225 |
| National rank | #3379 of 15,369 | #4142 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,345 | 1,365 |
| Enrollment | 1,345 | 1,365 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 19.8% | 38.3% |
| Students per teacher | 17.2 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 60% |
| Math proficiency | 53% | 53% |
| city | Gambrills | Rockville |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Crofton Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.8 vs 66.2).
- •Crofton Middle does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 60%).
- •Crofton Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (19.8% vs 38.3%).
- •Julius West Middle does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 17.2).
- •Julius West Middle is the larger school with 1,365 students compared with 1,345.
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 Crofton Middle better than Julius West Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Crofton Middle ranks higher (69.8 vs 66.2 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 Crofton Middle and Julius West Middle?
About 44 km in a straight line, between Gambrills and Rockville in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Crofton Middle: 1,345. Julius West Middle: 1,365. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Crofton Middle and Julius West Middle rank in Maryland?
Crofton Middle is 47th of 225 and Julius West Middle is 57th of 225 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).