Crossland High vs Stephen Decatur Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 2.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Crossland High
Temple Hills · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,094 students
Stephen Decatur Middle
Clinton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
751 students
| Measure | Crossland High Temple Hills, Maryland | Stephen Decatur Middle Clinton, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #177 of 197 | #195 of 225 |
| National rank | #15528 of 16,910 | #13761 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,094 | 751 |
| Enrollment | 1,094 | 751 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.9% | 75.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 25% |
| Math proficiency | 7.5% | 8% |
| city | Temple Hills | Clinton |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Stephen Decatur Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (20.1 vs 18.5).
- •Stephen Decatur Middle does better on math proficiency (8% vs 7.5%).
- •Crossland High does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 25%).
- •Stephen Decatur Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (75.1% vs 94.9%).
- •Crossland High does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 13.7).
- •Crossland High is the larger school with 1,094 students compared with 751.
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 Crossland High better than Stephen Decatur Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Stephen Decatur Middle ranks higher (20.1 vs 18.5 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 Crossland High and Stephen Decatur Middle?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Temple Hills and Clinton in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Crossland High: 1,094. Stephen Decatur Middle: 751. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Crossland High and Stephen Decatur Middle rank in Maryland?
Crossland High is 177th of 197 and Stephen Decatur Middle is 195th of 225 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).