Deep Creek Middle vs Essex Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 2.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Deep Creek Middle
Baltimore · Public middle · Grades 6–8
670 students
Essex Elementary
Baltimore · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
481 students
| Measure | Deep Creek Middle Baltimore, Maryland | Essex Elementary Baltimore, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #204 of 225 | #693 of 879 |
| National rank | #14121 of 15,369 | #42681 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 670 | 481 |
| Enrollment | 670 | 481 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 75.5% | 70.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 18% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 6% | 25% |
| city | Baltimore | Baltimore |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Essex Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.4 vs 17.9).
- •Essex Elementary does better on math proficiency (25% vs 6%).
- •Essex Elementary does better on reading proficiency (29% vs 18%).
- •Essex Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (70.5% vs 75.5%).
- •Deep Creek Middle does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 16.6).
- •Deep Creek Middle is the larger school with 670 students compared with 481.
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 Deep Creek Middle better than Essex Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Essex Elementary ranks higher (23.4 vs 17.9 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 Deep Creek Middle and Essex Elementary?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Baltimore and Baltimore in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Deep Creek Middle: 670. Essex Elementary: 481. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Deep Creek Middle and Essex Elementary rank in Maryland?
Deep Creek Middle is 204th of 225 and Essex Elementary is 693rd of 879 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).