E. Russell Hicks Middle vs Springfield Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Maryland, United States, 7.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
E. Russell Hicks Middle
Hagerstown · Public middle · Grades 6–8
841 students
Springfield Middle
Williamsport · Public middle · Grades 6–8
808 students
| Measure | E. Russell Hicks Middle Hagerstown, Maryland | Springfield Middle Williamsport, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #118 of 225 | #119 of 225 |
| National rank | #9100 of 15,369 | #9109 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 841 | 808 |
| Enrollment | 841 | 808 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.8% | 64.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 38% |
| city | Hagerstown | Williamsport |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (43.3 vs 43.3).
- •Springfield Middle does better on math proficiency (38% vs 35%).
- •Springfield Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.1% vs 68.8%).
- •E. Russell Hicks Middle does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 15.8).
- •E. Russell Hicks Middle is the larger school with 841 students compared with 808.
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 E. Russell Hicks Middle better than Springfield Middle?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are E. Russell Hicks Middle and Springfield Middle?
About 7.2 km in a straight line, between Hagerstown and Williamsport in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
E. Russell Hicks Middle: 841. Springfield Middle: 808. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do E. Russell Hicks Middle and Springfield Middle rank in Maryland?
E. Russell Hicks Middle is 118th of 225 and Springfield Middle is 119th of 225 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).