Dundalk Middle vs G. James Gholson Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Maryland, United States, 50 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dundalk Middle
Baltimore · Public middle · Grades 6–8
598 students
G. James Gholson Middle
Landover · Public middle · Grades 6–8
603 students
| Measure | Dundalk Middle Baltimore, Maryland | G. James Gholson Middle Landover, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #194 of 225 | #208 of 225 |
| National rank | #13649 of 15,369 | #14451 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 598 | 603 |
| Enrollment | 598 | 603 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.9% | 95.2% |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 11% | 19% |
| Math proficiency | 4% | 5% |
| city | Baltimore | Landover |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dundalk Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (20.7 vs 15.9).
- •G. James Gholson Middle does better on math proficiency (5% vs 4%).
- •G. James Gholson Middle does better on reading proficiency (19% vs 11%).
- •Dundalk Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (70.9% vs 95.2%).
- •Dundalk Middle does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 12.3).
- •G. James Gholson Middle is the larger school with 603 students compared with 598.
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 Dundalk Middle better than G. James Gholson Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Dundalk Middle ranks higher (20.7 vs 15.9 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 Dundalk Middle and G. James Gholson Middle?
About 50 km in a straight line, between Baltimore and Landover in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dundalk Middle: 598. G. James Gholson Middle: 603. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dundalk Middle and G. James Gholson Middle rank in Maryland?
Dundalk Middle is 194th of 225 and G. James Gholson Middle is 208th of 225 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).