Dumbarton Middle vs Rodgers Forge Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 275 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dumbarton Middle
Baltimore · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,064 students
Rodgers Forge Elementary
Baltimore · Public elementary · Grades K–5
412 students
| Measure | Dumbarton Middle Baltimore, Maryland | Rodgers Forge Elementary Baltimore, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #59 of 225 | #45 of 879 |
| National rank | #4260 of 15,369 | #3802 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,064 | 412 |
| Enrollment | 1,064 | 412 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 29.3% | 9.5% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 17.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 78% |
| Math proficiency | 50% | 73% |
| city | Baltimore | Baltimore |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rodgers Forge Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.2 vs 65.6).
- •Rodgers Forge Elementary does better on math proficiency (73% vs 50%).
- •Rodgers Forge Elementary does better on reading proficiency (78% vs 59%).
- •Rodgers Forge Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (9.5% vs 29.3%).
- •Dumbarton Middle does better on students per teacher (16.4 vs 17.2).
- •Dumbarton Middle is the larger school with 1,064 students compared with 412.
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 Dumbarton Middle better than Rodgers Forge Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Rodgers Forge Elementary ranks higher (82.2 vs 65.6 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 Dumbarton Middle and Rodgers Forge Elementary?
About 275 m in a straight line, between Baltimore and Baltimore in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dumbarton Middle: 1,064. Rodgers Forge Elementary: 412. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dumbarton Middle and Rodgers Forge Elementary rank in Maryland?
Dumbarton Middle is 59th of 225 and Rodgers Forge Elementary is 45th of 879 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).