Elkridge Landing Middle vs Magnolia Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Maryland, United States, 41 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elkridge Landing Middle
Elkridge · Public middle · Grades 6–8
686 students
Magnolia Middle
Joppa · Public middle · Grades 6–8
689 students
| Measure | Elkridge Landing Middle Elkridge, Maryland | Magnolia Middle Joppa, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 25% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #53 of 225 | #185 of 225 |
| National rank | #3821 of 15,369 | #13088 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 686 | 689 |
| Enrollment | 686 | 689 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 31% | 76.2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 10.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 20% |
| Math proficiency | 46% | 15% |
| city | Elkridge | Joppa |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Elkridge Landing Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.8 vs 23.7).
- •Elkridge Landing Middle does better on math proficiency (46% vs 15%).
- •Elkridge Landing Middle does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 20%).
- •Elkridge Landing Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31% vs 76.2%).
- •Magnolia Middle does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 13.5).
- •Magnolia Middle is the larger school with 689 students compared with 686.
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 Elkridge Landing Middle better than Magnolia Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Elkridge Landing Middle ranks higher (67.8 vs 23.7 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 Elkridge Landing Middle and Magnolia Middle?
About 41 km in a straight line, between Elkridge and Joppa in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Elkridge Landing Middle: 686. Magnolia Middle: 689. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Elkridge Landing Middle and Magnolia Middle rank in Maryland?
Elkridge Landing Middle is 53rd of 225 and Magnolia Middle is 185th of 225 among middle schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).