Deep Creek Middle vs Milton M. Somers Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Maryland, United States, 97 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
Milton M. Somers Middle School
La Plata · Public middle · Grades 6–8
671 students
| Measure | Deep Creek Middle Baltimore, Maryland | Milton M. Somers Middle School La Plata, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #204 of 225 | #113 of 225 |
| National rank | #14121 of 15,369 | #8512 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 670 | 671 |
| Enrollment | 670 | 671 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 75.5% | 43.2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 18% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 6% | 33% |
| city | Baltimore | La Plata |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Milton M. Somers Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.0 vs 17.9).
- •Milton M. Somers Middle School does better on math proficiency (33% vs 6%).
- •Milton M. Somers Middle School does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 18%).
- •Milton M. Somers Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.2% vs 75.5%).
- •Milton M. Somers Middle School is the larger school with 671 students compared with 670.
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 Milton M. Somers Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Milton M. Somers Middle School ranks higher (46.0 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 Milton M. Somers Middle School?
About 97 km in a straight line, between Baltimore and La Plata in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Deep Creek Middle: 670. Milton M. Somers Middle School: 671. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Deep Creek Middle and Milton M. Somers Middle School rank in Maryland?
Deep Creek Middle is 204th of 225 and Milton M. Somers Middle School is 113th of 225 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).